neuroticism

[ noo-rot-uh-siz-uh m, nyoo- ]
/ nʊˈrɒt əˌsɪz əm, nyʊ- /

noun

the state of having traits or symptoms characteristic of neurosis.

Origin of neuroticism

First recorded in 1895–1900; neurotic1 + -ism

Example sentences from the Web for neuroticism

  • In men, but not women, neuroticism was positively correlated and masculinity negatively correlated with crying.

    Why Do We Cry? |Michael Trimble |January 10, 2013 |DAILY BEAST
  • Wilson found that the risk of death doubled in those with a neuroticism score in the top 10 percent.

    How to Live Forever |Casey Schwartz |July 29, 2009 |DAILY BEAST
  • Irregularity and pain in menstruation are a frequent cause of neuroticism.

    The Sexual Question |August Forel
  • But the constant auto-illusion must always lead to neuroticism and pathology—the hidden fears.

    Strange Alliance |Bryce Walton

British Dictionary definitions for neuroticism

neuroticism
/ (njʊˈrɒtɪˌsɪzəm) /

noun

a personality trait characterized by instability, anxiety, aggression, etc