Writing a genuine, inviting description of your personality and lifestyle can seem quite challenging.
The words you choose when writing your profile are crucial to help a potential partner form an impression of who you are as a person and what kind of a partner you might be. Representing yourself as an authentic, interesting potential partner can easily be achieved with a few simple sentences…
Words and phrases to avoid (they might surprise you…)
- Funny
Humour is important, but referring to yourself as “funny” is far less effective than conveying genuine humour through your photos and profile description. If you can make your reader laugh, you’ll be well on your way to making a real connection.
- Successful
Success means very different things to different people, and it’s definitely a word to avoid. You don’t want to come across as conceited; or as someone who’s constantly working and too busy for a relationship. Instead, describe what you love about your career and where you see yourself in the future. But balance any mention of work with some information about what you love to do in your free time.
- Nice
Even if it’s accurate, the word ‘nice’ is just too bland. The top 10 most attractive words used by both men and women in their dating profiles include more engaging terms like ‘thoughtful’, ‘perceptive’ and ‘affectionate’. Try using these or similar words for more impact.
- ‘I’m looking for…’
Writing a long list of the attributes you’re looking for in a potential partner isn’t the best approach. The more specific you are, the more likely someone is to think ‘that doesn’t sound like me.’ If you really feel the need to include this sentiment in your profile, consider mentioning only those personality traits that you see as ‘must haves’ or ‘deal breakers.’
- Down to earth
When overused, some phrases and words start to lose their meaning. There are so many other words you could use to describe your personality other than ‘down to earth’. Instead, choose more revealing words like ‘relaxed’, ‘open’ or ‘insightful.’
Words they’ll love
- Outgoing
Looking for love is often treated as a very serious business, but it should never feel like a chore. Words like ‘outgoing’ and ‘fun-loving’ let your future partner know you make time to enjoy yourself and live in the now. That’s an infectious quality at any age.
- Optimistic
Having a positive outlook says so much about a person. It demonstrates that you look for the good in situations as well as in people; you’re energizing to be with and you’re going to be the ideal dinner, holiday, and life partner.
- Honest
When searching for a meaningful relationship, most people see honesty in a future partner as essential. For women dating men, ‘honest’ is the third most attractive word included in a man’s dating profile. Never portray yourself as anyone but the real you. Describing yourself truthfully and with integrity is the surest way to write a compelling profile.
- Sociable
When you write about the bonds you share with friends and family, you’re reassuring the reader that you know how to form healthy, happy, fulfilling relationships. You’ll come across as more open and caring, as well as content with the life you’ve already created.
- Active and creative
Words that suggest you place a high priority on maintaining health and wellbeing are particularly powerful. Be sure to write about the more active or social activities you enjoy to balance out any indoor activities like watching TV or reading, which might make you sound a bit too introverted on their own. Your future partner doesn’t necessarily need to share your specific interests, but giving them an insight into the things you enjoy helps them to build a clearer picture of the real you.
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