extraverts
Social energy seekers
Extraverts are people who gain energy from social interaction and external stimulation.
The term comes from psychology, describing those oriented toward the outer world of people and activity rather than inward reflection.
Extravert is the original spelling, though extrovert has become more common: Extraverts thrive at parties that exhaust introverts.
outgoing
Sociable and unreserved
- sociableInclined toward companionship
- gregariousFond of companionship
- talkativeInclined to speak much
friendly · energetic · enthusiastic · lively · animated · bubbly · chatty · confident · exuberant · ebullient
social orientation and energy source
extravertsintroverts
People preferring minimal socializing
loners · hermits · recluses · wallflowers · shrinking violets