Adjectives of Abstract Human Attributes - Adjectives of Neutral Personal Traits

Neutral personal trait adjectives describe characteristics that are neither inherently positive nor negative, such as "reserved", "shy", "optimistic", etc.

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shy [adjective]

nervous and uncomfortable around other people

Ex: Even though she 's shy , she can express herself well through her artwork .

frugal [adjective]

careful to not spend money in an unnecessary or wasteful way

Ex: Despite his wealth , he maintains a frugal lifestyle , avoiding extravagant purchases .

curious [adjective]

(of a person) interested in learning and knowing about things

Ex: The curious student excels in school because of their genuine interest in learning .

goofy [adjective]

playfully odd in behavior or appearance

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daring [adjective]

brave enough to take risks and do dangerous things

Ex: Despite the stormy weather , the daring surfer tackled the huge waves .

bold [adjective]

(of a person) brave and confident, with the ability to take risks

Ex: The bold student volunteered to present the group 's project to the entire class .

daredevil [adjective]

reckless and willing to do dangerous things

Ex: Despite warnings , the daredevil motorcyclist attempted to jump over rows of cars at high speed .

playful [adjective]

cheerful and full of fun, enjoying activities that are light-hearted and amusing

Ex: She has a playful sense of humor , often teasing her friends in good-natured jest .

reckless [adjective]

not caring about the possible results of one's actions that could be dangerous

Ex: The reckless teenager jumped off the cliff into the water without checking for hazards below .

optimistic [adjective]

having a hopeful and positive outlook on life, expecting good things to happen

Ex: Despite the setbacks , he stayed optimistic that things would improve .

eccentric [adjective]

slightly strange in behavior, appearance, or ideas

Ex: People found his eccentric ideas both interesting and confusing .

emotional [adjective]

(of people) easily affected by or tend to express strong feelings and emotions

Ex: He gets emotional whenever he talks about his childhood memories .

skeptical [adjective]

having doubts about something's truth, validity, or reliability

Ex: As a scientist , Alex approached the extraordinary discovery with a skeptical mindset until further evidence was provided .

cautious [adjective]

(of a person) careful to avoid danger or mistakes

Ex: The company took a cautious approach to expansion , thoroughly researching each potential market .

ambitious [adjective]

trying or wishing to gain great success, power, or wealth

Ex: Maria is an ambitious student , always aiming for top grades and participating in numerous extracurricular activities .

adventurous [adjective]

(of a person) eager to try new ideas, exciting things, and take risks

Ex: The adventurous foodie loves to sample exotic cuisines and daring flavor combinations .

audacious [adjective]

taking risks that are bold and shocking

Ex: The audacious artist 's controversial exhibition provoked intense reactions from critics and audiences , sparking debates about the nature of art .

adaptable [adjective]

able to change and adjust to different conditions and circumstances

Ex: The adaptable design of the modular furniture allows for various configurations to suit different spaces .

observant [adjective]

very good at or quick in noticing small details in someone or something

Ex: The observant detective spotted a clue that led to the breakthrough in the investigation .

pragmatic [adjective]

based on reasonable and practical considerations rather than theory

Ex: The teacher 's pragmatic teaching methods emphasized real-world applications of concepts rather than abstract theories .

reserved [adjective]

reluctant to share feelings or problems

Ex: He 's always been a reserved person , preferring to listen rather than speak .

apathetic [adjective]

displaying minimal emotional expression or engagement

Ex: Despite the excitement of the event , he remained apathetic and detached , preferring to observe from a distance .

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