Character and disposition Personality study the definitions

Character and disposition

Personality (study the definitions and examples) • The type of person smb. is, and the way they behave towards other people( the whole nature or character of a particular person / forceful, lively and usually attractive qualities of character); • One part of smb. ’s character ( quality, attribute, characteristic, trait) • A famous person, especially in sport or television ( a TV personality) • The qualities which make a place or thing special • Personalities – unkind or rude remarks about smb. ’s appearance, character Examples: • He has a weak ( dynamic…) personality. • The drug changed her strong personality. • She is quite a personality. • The boss likes people with personality. • Let’s keep personalities out of the conversation, shall we! • It’s partly the architecture, which gives the town its personality.

Synonyms (study the definitions and examples) • Character – the particular qualities that a person, place, thing has; • Disposition – smb. ’s usual character ( a particular type of character which makes smb. more likely to behave or react in a definite way), a tendency to behave in a particular way, the position or arrangement of smth. in a particular place • Temperament – the emotional part of smb. ’s character, especially how likely they are to become angry, happy, sad, etc. • Nature – smb. ’s character used especially when you are saying whether smb. Is naturally good or bad, gentle or severe; • Individuality – the quality of being clearly different from other people and having your own personal character • Identity – the definite character that a person or group seems themselves as having, which lets them feel different and separate from everyone else

Adjectives/phrases denoting different traits of character (translate and learn by heart) • • • Mental ability Clever, intelligent, smart, bright, wise, witty, quick-minded, broad-minded, talented, gifted, educated, well-read, knowledgeable (stupid, silly, foolish, slow-minded, uneducated, narrow-minded) Feelings Kind, supportive, warm-hearted, sympathetic, helpful, loving, caring, nice, merciful, good-natured, emotional, affable, amiable, thoughtful, cordial, affectionate, sweet, gentle, indiscreet, considerate, tender, mild, understanding, protective (ill-natured, hard-hearted, hostile, cruel, intolerant, insensitive, rational, sensible, wicked, discreet) Temper, will, mood Active, hot-tempered (work oneself easily), strong-willed (a man of spirit, a strong personality), optimistic, energetic ( a prodigy of energy), good-humoured, humorous ( a yell of laughter), persistent , patient, cheerful, an extrovert, calm, reserved, composed, flexible, adaptable, adventurous, serious, self-possesed ( weak-willed, nervous, unbalanced, boring ( a wet-blanket), impatient, obstinate, doubtful, gloomy, pessimistic, indecisive, moody, touchy, fussy, stubborn, obstinate, jumpy, inconsistent, self-willed, willful, impudent, deceitful)

Adjectives/phrases denoting different traits of character (translate and learn by heart) • Character brave, determined, modest, hard-working, diligent, industrious, wellmannered, independent, generous, ambitious, free, honest, sociable (be a good mixer), communicative , outgoing, easy-going, light-minded ( take things easy), confident, self-assumed, considerate, impartial, just, scrupulous, devoted, competitive, talkative, outspoken, laid-back, mature, self-critical , polite, tactful, frank, truthful, candid, unpredictable, reliable, level-headed, loyal, rebellious, revolutionary, responsible, imaginative ( cowardly, proud, not to die of modesty, timid, shy, cheeky, bossy, assertive, a big-head, loud, lazy, ill-mannered, boastful (show off), selfish, vain, conceited, self-important ( look out for number one), self-confident, arrogant, a gossip, immature, insecure, rude, harsh, impolite, hypocritical, double-faced, false, insincere, greedy, tactless, dominating, pompous, selfcentered, snobbish, critical, petty, possessive, unreliable, gullible, humble, violent, brutal, ruthless, unscrupulous, malicious, irresponsible)

Do the following tasks • • Divide the words and phrases into ones denoting positive and negative traits; Say what qualities a good friend ( a leader, a teacher, a politician, an actor) should possess; • Name some traits of yours you would like to get rid of ( some positive qualities you unfortunately lack but try to gain); • Complete the sentences: 1. He is inclined to be… 2. He tends to be… 3. She is considered to be… 4. Her distinguishing features are that she is… 5. One can’t but admire (respect) him being… 6. People find her… 7. The only thing I don’t like in him is being… 8. He often impresses people as rather a… person. 9. She seems (appears) to be… 10. He often behaves as if he is…but actually he is quite…deep inside. 11. She has a… streak that comes now and then.

Choose most suitable words and phrases to describe your Zodiac sign Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces

Check up using the information below • Aries Quick-tempered ( easily-insulted, get angry quickly, become irritated easily, strike first and ask questions later) but not bearing grudges Energetic ( active, with optimism high on his/her list of important things in life, enjoy competition, like challenge) but impatient and notorious for not finishing what they have begun Frank ( candid, straight as a die, not very good liars and other people can usually see through them) Extravert ( outgoing, easy-going, light-hearted) but often insensitive towards others • Taurus Determined ( strong-willed, energetic, persistent, ambitious, selfassured, competitive) but often too obstinate, stubborn, inflexible, not to change his/her ideas quickly, a tendency to be cautious and even pessimistic Dominant ( like to do things their way, demanding) but not the one who ventures out into the unknown and leads the way, can be dependable Patient (not one to pick a fight) but aggressive under pressure, have a temper underneath the calm surface

Check up using the information below • • Gemini Changeable ( moody, adaptable, indecisive, doubtful, unpredictable), and as a result sometimes two-faced, hypocritical, dishonest, insincere, unreliable, unbalanced Easy-going ( light-hearted, sociable, communicative, get on well with people, a yell of laughter, have a tongue in his/her head) but not very loyal, can break up easily Curious (intelligent, quick-minded, interested in learning and sharing new things) but perfunctory, not to go deep into the matter, inclined to shallow explanation and superficial understanding Cancer Nervous ( fussy, cowardly, lack optimism and energy, humble, weakwilled, passive, melancholic, highly-sensitive to criticism, take a lot of what goes on around him/her, impressionable, fragile, gullible) but have the ability to stand up for what they think is right Modest ( shy, obedient, have difficulty in revealing feelings to others, secretive, not enjoy people intruding into their personal life and invading their privacy) but have a driving, forceful personality that can be easily hidden beneath a calm and cool exterior Loyal ( caring, affectionate, true friends) but can be indifferent and even cruel

Check up using the information below Leo Self-centered ( proud, arrogant, boastful, have a lot of ambition, selfish, vain, snobbish, have a strong sense of his/her importance, look out for # 1, not to die of modesty, egocentric, love praise and flattery) but sympathetic, merciful, trustworthy, reliable, would make a good leader Hardworking but there’s a lazy streak that comes out now and then Hot-tempered ( If crossed strike back with force) but they not one to hold a grudge, easily forgive, forget and move on, consider consequences of their actions • Virgo Reasonable ( sensible, practical, logical, punctual, placid, serious, analytical) but sometimes too petty, critical, fussy, stubborn, obstinate, tense, skeptical Emotionally detached ( live in their minds, not in their emotions and feelings, like to think in peace and quiet) but underneath the timid, reserved surface lies a strong, personality with a great capacity for passionate love and devoted friendship, loyal , frank, sincere • Libra Sensible ( level-headed, well-balanced, practical, realistic, rational, logical, be able to balance action and thought, adaptable, fair-minded) but indecisive, not want to hurt anyone's feelings or cause disorder in a situation, have difficulty making decisions, very insecure, suffer from a lack of self-confidence Artistic (have captivating charm, elegant taste, express their intelligence through creativity, spend lots of money and surround themselves with beautiful things )

Check up using the information below • • • Scorpio Tough ( aggressive, edgy, easily-offended, violent, brutal, vicious, ruthless, malicious, spiteful, vindictive, revengeful, not easy to bite, dominate) Self- confident but suspicious, fiercely independent, known for their possessiveness and jealousy , hold a grudge against someone who did them harm forever, truthful and shocking sense of humor, persistent and determined, be all about intensity and contradictions Sagittarius Adventurous ( lack common sense, brave, lively, crave adventure and excitement, welcome change, in search of something more stimulating ) but not to finish what he/she starts Optimistic ( think positive, not to dwell on hurt, seem to be guided by luck) but reckless and irresponsible, hot-blooded and get irritable when they are bored Supportive ( caring, dedicated, loyal, devoted, good-natured, make excellent friends, treat others the way they want to be treated ) Capricorn Thoughtful ( understanding, have an off-beat sense of humour) but unimaginative and conservative Dried-up ( hard-hearted, seem melancholy and stern because they live by selfdiscipline and responsibility, self-sufficiency is often mistook for coldness) but considerate, gentle, generous, patient, tolerant, protective, value a circle of close friends and relatives, not to waste their affection on those they feel don’t deserve it

Check up using the information below • • Aquarius Free-thinking ( inventive, not to be the one who follows the crowd, stand out, rebellious, revolutionary, deviate from the crowd and go their own way, like to shock and deviate from the norm ) but impulsive, uncontrollable, absent-minded, impatient, forgetful, irresponsible, never impose their ideas on others, have respect for everybody's differences, have a 'live and let live' policy where everyone is free to be themselves Sociable (make people laugh and cheer people up, easy-going, excellent conversationalists with a good sense of humor) but live with no strings attached, suited to anything as long as it does not tie them down with too much commitment Pisces Sensitive ( imaginative, creative, emotional, unstable, unbalanced) but often as a result shy and timid, self-pitying and feel extreme feelings Weak-willed (try to escape or avoid a situation instead of confronting it, lack selfconfidence) but stand up for what they believe in Affectionate (have extreme compassion , feel the pain of others) Does the information about your star sign coincide with ( fit) your personality?

Translate the sentences, say whether you like such people or not 1. 2. He is very gifted, I mean witty and quick-minded, what is called bright. He is not stupid, he is just a bit slow-minded and not very educated, not very knowledgeable to be exact. 3. He can’t be wise as he is too narrow-minded. 4. People find her quite hot-tempered and unbalanced, but in my view though she can be rather impatient indeed and even nervous, she is very flexible when it is necessary. 5. She is so bouncy and energetic, a real prodigy of energy and a strong personality at that. 6. One can’t call him indecisive at all, moreover he tends to be very obstinate, in other words stubborn and too serious. 7. She is neither weak-willed nor strong-willed, neither gloomy nor cheerful, neither a yell of laughter nor a wet blanket, she is always calm and never shows her feelings. 8. Nobody likes selfish, vain and self-important people. 9. We are attracted by generous, sociable, sympathetic and caring people. 10. What irritates me is his being so ambitious and boastful. He should be more selfcritical and modest. Besides if he wants to be a success he should be more diligent and industrious. 11. What I admire in her is that she is so hospitable and merciful.

Think of a person who can be described as v being a great one for cheering people up, v having a tongue in his/her head, v being not easy to bite, v being straight as a die, v having a ear for music, v being a good mixer, v being Mrs/Mr Know-All, v having a green thumb, v looking out for number one, v being clever with his/her hands, v being a good decision-maker, v taking everything close to heart, v lacking common sense Explain your choice

What job would you recommend to a person possessing the following qualities? ü ü ü ü ü be inspirational be good at building a team inspire a feeling of achievement pursue the objectives persistently be able to overcome pressure be trustworthy and reliable have a gift for attracting supporters can guide actions and opinions of other people like to be in charge of an activity or group of people

Some possible keys to a person’s character Some people believe you can judge smb’s character not only from one’s star signs or psychology tests but also from features of one’s face or body. This is called physiognomy. According to this theory people’s faces and bodies are divided into several types which reflect different character traits. Besides such things as handwriting, fingerprints, palm lines can open the secrets of one’s inner world. § Do you find the idea that personality and appearance go together and influence each other convincing? § Study your handwriting, fingerprints and palm. Would you agree with the information they suggest? § Analyze your friend’s character as thoroughly as you can. Pay attention to both weaknesses and strengths of his/her personality. Say which of his/her traits attract you / appeal to you. Write 120 -150 words.