kolerikus

Kolerikus is a term derived from the ancient Greek concept of the four humors. It describes an individual believed to have an excess of yellow bile, which was historically associated with a choleric temperament. People exhibiting this temperament were often characterized as having a quick temper, being ambitious, energetic, and easily angered. They were thought to be decisive and often leaders, but also prone to irritability and aggression.

In classical and medieval medicine, the theory of the four humors—blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile—was a dominant framework for understanding health and personality. An imbalance in these humors was believed to cause physical and mental ailments. The choleric humor was seen as hot and dry, leading to a fiery disposition. While the humoral theory has been superseded by modern medical understanding, the term "choleric" has persisted in describing a personality type.

Modern psychology does not recognize the four humors as a valid classification of personality. However, the description of a choleric individual—passionate, driven, and sometimes volatile—can be compared to certain aspects of personality traits studied today, such as assertiveness, dominance, and neuroticism. The concept of the choleric temperament offers a historical perspective on how human behavior and disposition were understood and categorized in earlier eras.