Verbal
Dictionary Type
Verbal-Abstract (Dictionary)
You work with words as they are and think by categorizing and structuring. Organizing information like headings and bullet points comes naturally, and clear definitions and logic deepen your understanding.
Strengths
- Categorizing and structuring information logically
- Reading text precisely and noticing subtle differences in wording
- Understanding and remembering rules and systems as a whole
- Writing clear documents — minutes, manuals
Where you may struggle
- Vague explanations with no visible structure or definitions feel unsettling
- Learning by feel or open-ended chatty discussions can be draining
- Information that's hard to put into words — looks, atmosphere — tends to get sidelined
How to learn
- Rewrite notes in your own words, structured with headings, bullets, and tables
- For new concepts, write out the definition and how it differs from others
- Get the table of contents or overall system first, then dive into details
- Make your own glossary or Q&A sets
How to communicate with this type
- Leave it in writing or bullet points, not just spoken
- Make the logic clear: conclusion, reason, example
- Avoid vague wording; state definitions and conditions clearly
Tips when this type explains things
- Precision can lead to too much detail — trim to what the listener needs
- Open with a one-sentence summary starting with "In short"
- Add diagrams or examples for visual listeners, a spoken summary for auditory ones
Roles where it shines
- Structuring information — requirements, documentation, knowledge management
- Work with precise language and rules — legal, accounting, research
- Organizing discussions and summarizing the issues
Ways to compensate
- After hands-on sessions, write down the key points and fit them into your system
- Deliberately put looks and atmosphere into words in your notes