Trust
Belief in others' honesty and good intentions. Trust is one of six facets of agreeableness in the Big Five personality model. The trait describes a broad tendency; facets show how it plays out in everyday behaviour.
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High vs low trust
High trust
Typical behaviours
- Trusts people
- Sees the best
- Gives benefit of doubt
Real-world examples
- People who give others the benefit of the doubt
- Those who form friendships quickly
- Individuals who believe in human goodness
Low trust
Typical behaviours
- Suspicious
- Skeptical of motives
- Guarded
Real-world examples
- Skeptics who verify claims before accepting
- People cautious about new relationships
- Those who expect others to have hidden motives
Other facets of agreeableness
How agreeable are you?
The personality test scores you on all five Big Five traits, including agreeableness.
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