Character Source Material: Big Bang Theory, The (TV Series, CBS)
Dr. Leonard Hofstadter is a fictional character from the CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory. He is an experimental physicist who works at Caltech. He is also best friends with Dr. Sheldon Cooper, his roommate.
Leonard Hofstadter’s personality can be described as sociable, sensitive, kind, reliable, trustworthy, practical and sometimes insecure. He is an introvert who enjoys geeky hobbies like comic books, science fiction and video games, but also tries to be more outgoing and socialize with other people. He is very loyal and caring to his friends.
Trait | Percentile | Trait Disposition |
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Neuroticism | 5.97 | Low |
Agreeableness | 93.83 | High |
Extraversion | 12.09 | Low |
Conscientiousness | 95.26 | High |
Openness | 90.04 | High |
This section displays the detail item responses that were used to generate the above personality summary. The methodology for selecting the item responses for this fictional character involved using research from a generative artificial intelligence tool to summarize a descriptive response to a question related to each item. The research was reviewed and a judgement was made on the most appropriate response on that item. You can view an example script for collecting these responses (see: Script for Automated Five Factor Assessment)
Trait | Item | Item Response | Item Score | AI-Generated Research* |
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Openness | Do not have a good imagination. | Moderately Inaccurate | 4 | Yes, I think he does. As I mentioned before, Leonard is very creative and imaginative when it comes to his work and his hobbies. He has a good imagination that allows him to come up with new ideas and solutions, and he enjoys exploring different possibilities and scenarios. He does not have a bad or poor imagination, but rather he has a good and vivid one. |
Openness | Am not interested in abstract ideas. | Very Inaccurate | 5 | No, I don’t think that’s true. Leonard is very interested in abstract ideas, especially in physics and science fiction. He likes to explore and discuss different concepts and theories, and he enjoys learning new things from books or movies. He is not bored or indifferent by abstract ideas, but rather he is fascinated and curious. However, he might also be interested in concrete ideas sometimes when he wants to be practical or realistic. He might not focus on abstract ideas if he has to deal with everyday problems or challenges, such as paying bills or fixing things. He is not fascinated or curious, but rather he is human and imperfect. |
Openness | Have difficulty understanding abstract ideas. | Very Inaccurate | 5 | I think he does not. Leonard is usually intelligent and logical when it comes to his thinking and his reasoning. He does not have difficulty understanding abstract ideas, such as concepts or theories, and he can apply them to concrete situations. He does not have a limited or narrow understanding, but rather he has a broad and deep one. However, he might also be intuitive and emotional sometimes when he feels strongly about something. He might not rely on abstract ideas if he has to trust his gut or his heart, or if he has to express his feelings or values. He is not intelligent or logical, but rather he is human and imperfect. |
Openness | Have a vivid imagination. | Moderately Accurate | 4 | I think he does. Leonard is usually creative and imaginative when it comes to his work and his hobbies. He has a vivid imagination that allows him to come up with new ideas and solutions, and he enjoys exploring different possibilities and scenarios. He does not have a dull or boring imagination, but rather he has a rich and colorful one. However, he might also be realistic and practical sometimes when he needs to be. He might not use his vivid imagination if he has to follow certain rules or standards, or if he has to deal with facts or evidence. He is not creative or imaginative, but rather he is human and imperfect. |
Neuroticism | Seldom feel blue. | Moderately Accurate | 2 | Leonard is usually optimistic and cheerful when it comes to his outlook and his mood. He does not feel blue often or for a long time, and he does not dwell on negative or depressing thoughts. He seldom feels blue, but rather he focuses on the positive and the hopeful. However, he might also be pessimistic or sad sometimes when he is disappointed or hurt. He might feel blue often or for a long time if he is going through a breakup or a betrayal. He is not optimistic or cheerful, but rather he is human and imperfect. |
Neuroticism | Am relaxed most of the time. | Moderately Accurate | 2 | I think he is. Leonard is usually relaxed and easy-going when it comes to his lifestyle and his preferences. He does not worry too much about things that are out of his control, and he does not stress too much about things that are not important. He is relaxed most of the time, but rather he enjoys life and has fun. However, he might also be anxious or tense sometimes when he is insecure or pressured. He might not be relaxed most of the time if he is facing a difficult or uncertain situation, such as his career or his marriage. He is not relaxed or easy-going, but rather he is human and imperfect. |
Neuroticism | Get upset easily. | Moderately Inaccurate | 2 | I think he does not. Leonard is usually calm and composed when it comes to dealing with stress and frustration. He does not get upset easily by minor or trivial things, and he does not overreact or lose his temper. He does not get upset easily, but rather he handles things rationally and maturely. However, he might also be emotional or expressive sometimes when he is passionate or excited. He might get upset easily by things that matter a lot to him, such as his relationship with Penny or his friendship with Sheldon. He is not calm or composed, but rather he is human and imperfect. |
Neuroticism | Have frequent mood swings. | Very Inaccurate | 1 | I think he does not. Leonard is usually stable and consistent when it comes to his emotions and his behavior. He does not change his mood or his attitude abruptly or unpredictably, and he does not act impulsively or irrationally. He does not have frequent mood swings, but rather he has normal fluctuations of feelings and moods. However, he might also be sensitive or reactive sometimes when he is hurt or provoked. He might change his mood or his attitude if he is faced with a conflict or a challenge. He is not unstable or inconsistent, but rather he is human and imperfect. |
Conscientiousness | Make a mess of things. | Very Inaccurate | 5 | I think he rarely does. Leonard is usually competent and skilled when it comes to his work and his hobbies. He does things well and efficiently, and he avoids making mistakes or causing problems. He does not make a mess of things, but rather he makes things better or easier. However, he might also be clumsy or unlucky sometimes when he is nervous or tired. He might make a mess of things if he is under pressure or out of his comfort zone. He is not incompetent or unskilled, but rather he is human and imperfect. |
Conscientiousness | Often forget to put things back in their proper place. | Very Inaccurate | 5 | I think he rarely does. Leonard is usually careful and attentive when it comes to his belongings and his space. He puts things back in their proper place after using them, and he respects the boundaries and preferences of others. He does not leave things lying around or misplaced, but rather he keeps them organized and accessible. However, he might also be forgetful or distracted sometimes when he is busy or stressed. He might forget to put things back in their proper place if he has too much on his mind or too little time. He is not careless or disrespectful, but rather he is human and imperfect. |
Conscientiousness | Like order. | Very Accurate | 5 | I think he does. Leonard likes order in his environment and in his mind. He prefers things to be neat and tidy, and he follows rules and regulations. He likes to have a clear and logical structure for his thoughts and actions. He is not messy or chaotic, but rather he is orderly and systematic. However, he might also be open to change and innovation when he faces new challenges or opportunities. He might embrace some disorder or uncertainty if he thinks it will lead to better outcomes or experiences. He is not stubborn or conservative, but rather he is flexible and creative. |
Conscientiousness | Get chores done right away. | Moderately Accurate | 4 | I think that depends on the situation. Leonard is usually responsible and organized when it comes to his work and his personal life. He follows a schedule and a routine, and he completes his tasks on time. He is not lazy or procrastinating, but rather he is diligent and efficient. However, he might also be flexible and spontaneous when he wants to have fun or relax. He might postpone some chores if he has other plans or priorities, such as spending time with Penny or his friends. He is not rigid or obsessive, but rather he is adaptable and easy-going. |
Agreeableness | Am not interested in other people's problems. | Very Inaccurate | 5 | Leonard is very interested in other people’s problems, and he often tries to help them solve them. He is sympathetic and empathetic to their situations, and he offers his support and comfort when they are in distress. He is not dismissive or judgmental of their problems, but rather he is understanding and compassionate. He is not selfish or apathetic to their problems, but rather he is generous and helpful. |
Agreeableness | Am not really interested in others. | Very Inaccurate | 5 | No, I don’t think that’s true. Leonard is very interested in others, especially in Penny and his friends. He often asks them questions about their lives, their hobbies, their opinions and their feelings. He also listens to them attentively and gives them feedback or advice when they need it. He is curious and open-minded about different topics and perspectives, and he enjoys learning new things from others. He is not self-centered or indifferent to others, but rather he is caring and respectful. |
Agreeableness | Feel others' emotions. | Very Accurate | 5 | Yes, I think he does. As I mentioned before, he has a high level of affective empathy, which means he feels what others feel. For example, he feels happy when Penny is happy, or he feels sad when Sheldon is sad. He also feels guilty when he hurts someone’s feelings, or he feels proud when he accomplishes something. He is very sensitive to the emotions of others, and he often reacts accordingly. |
Agreeableness | Sympathize with others' feelings. | Very Accurate | 5 | Leonard has a high level of empathy, especially cognitive empathy. He often tries to understand what Penny or Sheldon are feeling, and he reflects their emotions back to them. He also shows concern and care for his friends and family, and he helps them when they are in trouble. He sometimes struggles with emotional regulation, especially when he is angry or insecure, but he usually apologizes and makes up for his mistakes. In this context, a human might say that Leonard sympathizes with others’ feelings because he feels bad for them when they are suffering or unhappy. He also empathizes with others’ feelings because he shares and understands their emotions. He might not always agree with them or know what to do, but he tries to be supportive and respectful. |
Extraversion | Keep in the background. | Moderately Inaccurate | 4 | No, Dr. Leonard Hofstadter does not prefer to keep in the background. He likes to be involved and engaged in what is happening around him. He often takes the initiative to solve problems, help his friends, or pursue his goals. He also likes to share his opinions and ideas, even if they are unpopular or controversial. Leonard is not a passive or timid person. He is active and confident, but sometimes he faces challenges or setbacks. |
Extraversion | Don't talk a lot. | Neither Inaccurate nor Accurate | 3 | No, it is not true that Dr. Leonard Hofstadter doesn’t talk a lot. He talks a lot with his friends and coworkers about science, comics, movies, and other topics that interest him. He also talks a lot with Penny, his wife, about their relationship, their feelings, and their plans. Leonard is not a quiet or reserved person. He is expressive and communicative, but sometimes he struggles to find the right words or the right tone. |
Extraversion | Talk to a lot of different people at parties. | Very Inaccurate | 1 | No, Dr. Leonard Hofstadter does not talk to lots of different people at parties. He is usually shy and awkward around strangers, especially women. He often stays with his friends or tries to impress Penny with his intelligence. He also sometimes gets into arguments with Sheldon over trivial matters. Leonard is not very good at socializing or having fun at parties. |
Extraversion | Am the life of the party. | Moderately Inaccurate | 2 | Dr. Leonard Hofstadter, a character from the television show 'The Big Bang Theory,' is portrayed as a socially awkward but intelligent physicist. While he has a close group of friends, he is not typically depicted as the 'life of the party.' In fact, he often feels out of place in social situations and struggles with social anxiety. However, he does have a good sense of humor and can be lighthearted in certain situations. |