Five Factors

Definition

The five factors, also known as the Big Five, are a set of personality traits that are used to describe and understand human personality. These factors include openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.

Related terms

Openness:

This term refers to one's willingness to explore new ideas and experiences.

Conscientiousness:

This term describes how organized, responsible, and diligent someone is in their actions.

Extraversion:

This term relates to an individual's level of sociability and preference for being around others.