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also extraverted
as in outgoing
likely to seek or enjoy the company of others
a job in a research lab that is probably not well suited to an extroverted person
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Recent Examples of extroverted
This was fresh, extroverted pop that managed to capture something true and complex about social life.
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Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2026
Couple his extroverted on-pitch personality and his, in theory, imposing 6ft 4in (195cm) frame that can be equally languid and driving in style, Onana should have all the characteristics to play among the elite.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Instead of an extroverted approach that focuses on how others view or experience your space, the year of the introvert puts an emphasis on personalized spaces that support rest, rejuvenation, and restorative rhythms—in ways that are meaningful to you.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Jan. 2026
What Research Says About Quiet Leaders Although corporate stereotypes often favor extroverted traits in leadership, like assertiveness, research challenges that assumption.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Bader especially shines as an extroverted, free-spirited travel journalist, while Molly Shannon and Alan Ruck fully utilize their limited screen time as Poppy's eccentric parents.
—Tiffany Kelly, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Jan. 2026
Norman spoke with Mixed Asian Media about her role in the show and how playing a hard-working ballet dancer compared to her real-life goofier and more extroverted personality.
—Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Edoardo is more extroverted and very rational, Angelo is more execution-driven.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 5 Jan. 2026
Hemsley, 33, the more extroverted of the pair, became the public-facing creative force behind recipes, packaging and design.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 17 Oct. 2025
Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2026
Couple his extroverted on-pitch personality and his, in theory, imposing 6ft 4in (195cm) frame that can be equally languid and driving in style, Onana should have all the characteristics to play among the elite.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Instead of an extroverted approach that focuses on how others view or experience your space, the year of the introvert puts an emphasis on personalized spaces that support rest, rejuvenation, and restorative rhythms—in ways that are meaningful to you.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Jan. 2026
What Research Says About Quiet Leaders Although corporate stereotypes often favor extroverted traits in leadership, like assertiveness, research challenges that assumption.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Bader especially shines as an extroverted, free-spirited travel journalist, while Molly Shannon and Alan Ruck fully utilize their limited screen time as Poppy's eccentric parents.
—Tiffany Kelly, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Jan. 2026
Norman spoke with Mixed Asian Media about her role in the show and how playing a hard-working ballet dancer compared to her real-life goofier and more extroverted personality.
—Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Edoardo is more extroverted and very rational, Angelo is more execution-driven.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 5 Jan. 2026
Hemsley, 33, the more extroverted of the pair, became the public-facing creative force behind recipes, packaging and design.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extroverted
Adjective
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But outgoing Buffs athletic director Rick George has been at this a long time.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
28 Feb. 2026
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Every vendor in the market was kind, outgoing and helpful.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
February 28,
Sacbee.com,
28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The View From The Control Room On a programming level, the crisis has showcased Weiss’ quicker, social-media-centric metabolism and digital-friendly approach.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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At the same time, large numbers of loyalists remain tied to the system for religious, social or patronage reasons.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Extroverted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extroverted. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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