A Big 5 Personability Trait. Openness refers to someone’s appetite for new and unconventional ideas, values, point of views, and experiences. High scorers are imaginative and original, whereas those with lower scores are more traditional and down to earth. Studies have shown that both high and low levels of openness may be beneficial, depending on the task. High openness may be advantageous in creative pursuits and research, while lower openness can be beneficial in structured job fields.
