For the last two decades, the most influential trait approach to personality contends that there are five core personality traits known as the "BIG FIVE" which include extraversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, neuroticism, and openness to experience. Each of these five traits is comprised of sets of three descriptors that define variations within that trait domain.

1. For the last two decades, the most
influential trait approach contends that
five traits or factors called the “BIG FIVE”
lie at the core of personality.

2.  Independent-Conforming
 Imaginative-Practical
 Preference for variety- Preference for
routine
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3.  Careful-Careless
 Disciplined-Impulsive
 Organized
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4.  Talkative-Quiet
 Fun-Loving-Sober
 Sociable-Retiring
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5.  Sympathetic-Fault-finding
 Kind-Cold
 Appreciative-Unfriendly
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6.  Stable-Tense
 Calm-anxious
 Secure-Insecure
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