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emotional intelligence
/ɪˈmoʊ.ʃən.əl ɪnˈtɛl.ɪ.dʒəns/
[/ɪˈmoʊ.ʃən.əl ɪnˈtɛl.ɪ.dʒəns/]
skill at reading emotions
Advancednoun
Definition
Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage one's own and others' emotions. It is prized in leadership and relationships.
Example
Emotional intelligence matters as much as technical skill.
Emotional intelligence matters as much as technical skill.
Etymology
A modern compound popularized by psychologists in the 1990s.
How & Where It’s Used
A widely discussed leadership and relationship skill.