The idea that opposites attract in relationships is a myth. In reality, people tend to be attracted to those who are similar to themselves, as dozens of studies have shown. This could be because personality contrasts tend to stand out and become bigger over time.

Do opposites attract relationships work?

Further research on complementary personalities suggest mixed results. A few studies parroted Winchs findings, but most studies, in a pool of over 300, found that the opposites largely do not attract. People are pulled to those who they share similarities with in one way or another.

Whats the opposite of being shy?

Antonyms for shy. extroverted. (also extraverted), immodest, outgoing.