Vocabulary for IELTS General Training (Band 8-9) - Social Behaviours

reluctant to speak to others, especially about one's thoughts and emotions

behaving in response to an event or situation

controlling a situation by actively taking steps to manage it, rather than being passive or reactive

(of people) delighted by the company of others

lacking in politeness, courtesy, or good manners

showing a tendency to have control over others without taking their emotions into account

(of a person) straightforward in expressing thoughts or opinions

inclined to argue or provoke disagreement

reserved, aloof, or distant in one's interactions with others, often conveying a sense of unfriendliness or coldness

(of a person or organization) having a desire to promote the well-being of others, typically through charitable donations or actions

being dishonest and betraying someone behind their back, without them knowing

having rude or disrespectful manners

having a positive attitude toward someone or something

excessively allowing oneself or others to have more than is necessary