neuroticism

[ noo-rot-uh-siz-uh m, nyoo- ]
/ nʊˈrɒt əˌsɪz əm, nyʊ- /
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noun

the state of having traits or symptoms characteristic of neurosis.

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Origin of neuroticism

First recorded in 1895–1900; neurotic1 + -ism

Words nearby neuroticism

neurotendinous, neurotendinous spindle, neurotensin, neurothekeoma, neurotic, neuroticism, neurotization, neurotmesis, neurotomy, neurotonic pupil, neurotony
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tension, stress, impatience, agitation, sensitivity, disquiet, jitters, uneasiness, anger, turbulence, worry, flap, perturbation, stimulation, animation, to-do, tizzy, fuss, timidity, discomfiture

Example sentences from the Web for neuroticism

  • In men, but not women, neuroticism was positively correlated and masculinity negatively correlated with crying.

    Why Do We Cry?|Michael Trimble|January 10, 2013|DAILY BEAST

  • Wilson found that the risk of death doubled in those with a neuroticism score in the top 10 percent.

    How to Live Forever|Casey Schwartz|July 29, 2009|DAILY BEAST

  • Irregularity and pain in menstruation are a frequent cause of neuroticism.

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  • But the constant auto-illusion must always lead to neuroticism and pathology—the hidden fears.

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British Dictionary definitions for neuroticism

neuroticism
/ (njʊˈrɒtɪˌsɪzəm) /

noun

a personality trait characterized by instability, anxiety, aggression, etc
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