outgoing
Translation
sociable, extroverted, departing, retiring
Examples
She has a very outgoing personality.
She has a very outgoing personality.
The outgoing president gave a final speech.
The outgoing president gave a final speech.
Grammar Patterns
an outgoing ((noun)) describing a person's character He is an outgoing person.
the outgoing ((noun)) describing someone leaving a role The outgoing CEO will retire next month.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sociable, friendly, extroverted; Antonyms: shy, introverted, incoming
Etymology
From 'out' + 'going'. Literally describes the action of 'going out', which applies both to being social (going out to meet people) and leaving a position (going out of the office).
Memory Tips
Picture someone who is always 'going out' of their house to be with friends, or someone 'going out' of an office as they retire.