extroversion
|ex-tro-ver-sion|
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/ˌɛkstrəˈvɜrʒən/
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/ˌɛkstrəˈvɜːʃən/
outgoing nature
Etymology
Etymology Information
'extroversion' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'extra,' where 'extra' meant 'outside.'
Historical Evolution
'extra' combined with 'version' to form the modern English word 'extroversion.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'turning outward,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'outgoing personality.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being outgoing and directing attention to things other than oneself.
Her extroversion made her the life of the party.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45