Mr. Darcy

As with the vivid imagination statement, Darcy's level of imagination or creativity is not a focal point of his characterization.

Similar to the previous point, there is no strong evidence indicating Darcy is uninterested in theoretical or abstract thinking.

While restrained in personality, Darcy does not seem to lack the intellectual capacity for abstraction. His grasp of complex legal concepts like inheritance law implies conceptual aptitude.

Darcy's imagination is not explored in much depth in the novel.

There is little evidence of Darcy suffering from melancholy or sadness apart from contexts relating to his difficulties with Elizabeth.

In most situations apart from charged romantic interactions with Elizabeth, Darcy exhibits a relaxed and unruffled demeanor.

Darcy maintains his composure well and does not show him getting flustered or upset without serious provocation.

Darcy is portrayed as being rather stoic, with his emotions and moods remaining relatively constant throughout the novel's events.

Similar to the previous point, Darcy does not display a tendency to be sloppy or messy.

While not a prominent trait, Darcy seems a generally tidy and meticulous person, so he likely returns items to their proper places more often than not.

Darcy values propriety and acting in adherence to social codes. His remark about the entail being 'well...ordered' reflects a general appreciation for order.

There is little information provided about Darcy's promptness with tasks or chores in the novel's text.

Darcy tends to be rather self-absorbed and does not go out of his way to inquire about others' issues, though he can show consideration when pressed, such as his eventual assistance regarding Lydia's scandal.

While Darcy seems disinterested in casual socialization, he does take an interest in trying to advance the prospects of those close to him, such as helping his friend Bingley court Jane Bennet. So he has some interest in others' lives when personally invested.

Similar to the previous point, Darcy has difficulty fully appreciating others' emotional states at times but is not completely unfeeling. His intense love for Elizabeth represents an ability to resonate with emotion.

Darcy initially comes across as lacking empathy, such as when he insults Elizabeth's looks. However, he later shows compassion, such as by acting honorably towards Lydia after her scandal. So he has some ability to sympathize but struggles to consistently express it.

While not necessarily keeping to the literal background, Darcy does tend to avoid the spotlight and social attention. At the Netherfield ball, he declines to dance and remains a passive observer for much of the evening.

Darcy is continually described as being a man of few words. When he proposes to Elizabeth, she says, 'You are not to strenuous defender of your sex, as you were not willing to allow that a woman can possess sufficient sense to understand a respect so complex as the laws of inheritance.' His lack of talkativeness is a notable character trait.

Darcy is characterized as being taciturn and unwilling to converse much, especially in company. Miss Bingley remarks, 'I must confess that I dearly love a laugh' implying that Darcy does not laugh or converse freely.

Mr. Darcy is depicted as a rather reserved and socially awkward man who struggles in large social gatherings. In their first encounter at the Meryton assembly, he offends Elizabeth Bennet by refusing to dance and saying 'She is tolerable; but not handsome enough to tempt me.' This shows his discomfort in lively social situations.