personality test

noun

: any of several tests that consist of standardized tasks designed to determine various aspects of the personality or the emotional status of the individual examined

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Once registered, members can take the free personality test to get a better understanding of their compatibility with potential matches. Dallas News, 27 Jan. 2023 Coupa, a business spend management company, thinks it’s found the answer…in a personality test. Paolo Confino, Fortune, 16 Aug. 2022 Since my personality test has deemed me introverted with a dash of risk-taking, the wardrobe items tailored to me reflect this. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2021 To see an example of a Big Five personality test for yourself, try the Big Five Project Personality Test that researchers gathered data from. Megan Schmidt, Discover Magazine, 10 July 2019 The free dating site option includes the personality test and limited communication with other members on the site. Dallas News, 27 Jan. 2023 EliteSingles uses a straightforward sign-up process that includes a personality test. Dallas News, 12 July 2022 Whether that feedback comes from a personality test or thoughtful remarks from a friend, self-validation is a powerful confidence booster. Jennifer Walter, Discover Magazine, 24 July 2020 More than two million people take the Myers-Briggs personality test each year. Benedict Carey, New York Times, 14 Oct. 2022 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of personality test was in 1914

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“Personality test.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/personality%20test. Accessed 25 Mar. 2023.

Medical Definition

personality test

noun
: any of several tests that consist of standardized tasks designed to determine various aspects of the personality or the emotional status of the individual examined

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