Ambiversive

/ˌæmbɪˈvɜːsɪv/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of ambiversion; showing the traits of someone who blends introversion and extroversion.

Etymology

From ambiversion + -ive suffix (indicating a quality or tendency). A technical psychological term constructed parallel to 'introverted' and 'extroverted'.

Kelly Says

This is a super rare adjective that almost nobody uses because 'ambivert' as a noun does the job better, but it shows how psychology keeps trying to find precise words for the messy reality of human personality.

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