Angry Hostility

Tendency to experience anger and frustration. Angry Hostility is one of six facets of neuroticism 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 angry hostility

High angry hostility

Typical behaviours

  • Easily angered
  • Irritable
  • Frustrated

Real-world examples

  • People who get frustrated easily
  • Those prone to irritation and impatience
  • Individuals who express anger openly

Low angry hostility

Typical behaviours

  • Even-tempered
  • Patient
  • Slow to anger

Real-world examples

  • Even-tempered people rarely provoked
  • Those who remain patient under pressure
  • Individuals who let annoyances pass

Other facets of neuroticism

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