Describing Positive Human Traits: English Vocabulary List

continuing to do something despite facing criticism or difficulties

"She is persistent."

"The persistent salesman called me every day for two months until I finally agreed to buy his product just to make him stop."

having the ability to control one's own behaviors and actions

"He is self-disciplined."

"The self-disciplined student woke up at five every morning to study before school and she graduated with the highest grades in her class."

having conscious knowledge and recognition of one's own thoughts, feelings, and existence

"She is self-aware."

"He is self-aware enough to recognize his own flaws and he actively works on improving himself every single day without making excuses."

feeling or showing gratitude or thankfulness toward someone or something

"I am appreciative."

"The homeless man was incredibly appreciative of the hot meal and warm coat that the kind stranger bought for him on that cold night."

giving individuals or groups the tools, confidence, and authority to take action and make choices

"The speech was empowering."

"The mentor's empowering words gave the young entrepreneur the confidence she needed to start her own business and pursue her dreams without fear."

(of a person or their manner) having a kind, compassionate, and caring nature

"She is warm-hearted."

"The warm-hearted nurse stayed late at the hospital to comfort a scared child who had no family members nearby to visit him."