Describing Social Behaviours: English Vocabulary List

describing someone who is outgoing, sociable, and enjoys being around other people

"She is extroverted."

"The extroverted salesperson loved meeting new people and she could strike up a conversation with anyone she met on the street."

friendly and easy to talk to, making others feel comfortable and welcome in one's presence

"The teacher is approachable."

"The professor was very approachable and students felt comfortable asking him questions after class because he was always kind and patient."

having the ability to understand and share the feelings, emotions, and experiences of others

"She is empathetic."

"The empathetic teacher noticed that one of her students was sad and she quietly asked him if everything was okay at home after class."

excessively self-centered and disregarding the interests and feelings of others

"He is egotistic."

"The egotistic athlete talked only about his own achievements during the interview and he never thanked his teammates for their support and hard work."

excessively bossy or controlling, often overpowering others with one's opinions and authority

"His mother is overbearing."

"The overbearing mother controlled every aspect of her daughter's life from what she wore to which friends she could spend time with."

distant due to one's unfriendly manner

"The manager is unapproachable."

"The manager seemed unapproachable so none of the employees felt comfortable telling him about the problems they were having with their new equipment."