backslapper

as in extravert
a gregarious and unreserved person a career in politics appeals to him, but he's not a backslapper by nature

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extrovert
Noun
  • During team meetings, extroverts always jumped in first, eager to lead the conversation.
    Stefan Falk, CNBC, 29 Apr. 2025
  • In a job market that often seems designed for extroverts, introverts bring unique strengths that can be powerful assets.
    Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
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“Backslapper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backslapper. Accessed 21 May. 2025.

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