Big Five

Definition

The Big Five refers to a theory in psychology that suggests personality can be described and measured using five broad dimensions: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism. These dimensions capture the fundamental aspects of human personality.

Related terms

Trait Theory: This theory suggests that personality consists of stable characteristics called traits that influence behavior across different situations.

OCEAN Model: Another term for the Big Five which stands for Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism.

Personality Inventory: A questionnaire or assessment tool used to measure an individual's personality traits based on the Big Five or other theories.