A Complete Guide to Understanding the Omega Female

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A look at how an omega woman navigates life and relationships

Co-authored by Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSW and Ali Garbacz, B.A.

Last Updated: July 31, 2024 Fact Checked

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What is an omega female?

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Traits

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Omega Females in Relationships

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Advice for Omega Females

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6 Other Female Personality Types

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The omega female is 1 of 6 types of female personality archetypes, and these individuals are often described as being very introverted, creative, and empathetic among other things. Keep reading to learn all about omega females, their personality traits, how they act in romantic relationships, and how they compare to the other personality archetypes. If you’re an omega female, we’ve also included advice on what you can do to live your best life and navigate the world as an omega.

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Omega females are introverted individuals who often value deep connections over superficial friendships.
An omega female is confident in herself and her identity, and she doesn’t usually care to try and fit in with everyone else.
When it comes to love, omega females have a very idealistic view of romantic relationships and enjoy traditional dating styles and displays of affection.

Section 1 of 5:

What is an omega female?

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Omega females are introverted, self-confident, and intelligent people. When it comes to the hierarchy of personality archetypes, omegas technically fall at the very bottom. However, this doesn’t mean that omega females are weak or submissive. On the contrary, they tend to be extremely intelligent and confident in who they are and their unique abilities. They may be a bit reserved at times, but that just means that their small circle of friends is even more precious to them.^{[1]
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- If you’re curious about your personality type and whether you might classify as an omega, take wikiHow’s “Which Feminine Archetype Am I?” quiz.

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Omega Female Traits

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She’s introverted and can be timid around new people. When it comes to interacting with people in social situations whom she’s unfamiliar with, an omega female will often be more reserved and shy. Omega females also tend to be more on the reserved side, so they may need time to be by themselves after interacting with lots of people.^{[2]
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- An omega female's introversion can make it a bit more difficult to make new friends or find a romantic partner, but once she forms a connection, it often runs very deep and will last a long time.
- Omega females also usually like to maintain their privacy and only share their most personal stories and secrets with a select few trusted friends.
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She values deep connections. Rather than being surrounded by a large group of acquaintances and friends of friends, an omega female will often prefer a small group of close friends she feels she can trust. To her, the quality of a friend is more important than the quantity.^{[3]
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- An omega female may only have 2 or 3 really close friends, but that doesn’t mean she’s lonely. In fact, she likely finds these relationships more than satisfying and feels like she’s truly supported by her close-knit group.
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She’s intelligent. Omega females tend to be very well-read and have a creative intelligence that’s unmatched by any other personality type. They likely have superb problem-solving skills and tend to be very studious. They often enjoy things like reading books and debating interesting topics with friends and family.^{[4]
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- When it comes to leading projects and making sure others’ work is up to standard, an omega female is likely to step up and ensure everything runs smoothly.
- An omega female often uses her intelligence to form meaningful connections with others, usually by offering her expertise to help others or acting as a mentor.
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She’s loyal and likes helping others. An omega female is someone who’s willing to do almost anything to help friends, family, and other loved ones. Once she’s formed a connection with someone, an omega female will often hold that person very close and do what she can to make sure they’re happy and feel cherished.^{[5]
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- The downside is that an omega female can become emotionally and mentally drained if she continuously prioritizes others and forgets to take care of herself.
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She’s confident. When it comes to omega females, they’re not overly concerned with “fitting in” with the crowd. In fact, they tend to be very strong, independent females who don’t concern themselves with what other people think of them. They’re extremely confident because they know others’ perceptions of them don’t define who they are.^{[6]
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- Thanks to this confidence, an omega female is often very laid-back and relaxed when going into new situations.
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She’s empathetic. An omega female often has a very high emotional intelligence and finds it easy to understand other people’s emotions. Even when others may come from completely different situations and circumstances, an omega female likely doesn’t find it difficult to understand their perspective and put herself in their shoes.^{[7]
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- However, an omega female’s empathetic nature can also make her very sensitive. She may become very overwhelmed being surrounded by so many strong emotions and even internalize others’ emotions as if they were her own.
- Due to her more introverted and private personality, an omega female might also bottle up her own emotions, which can make her more sensitive.
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She prefers deep conversations over small talk. An omega female tends to be a very deep thinker, and she likes to explore these thoughts with other people. Therefore, small talk about trivial things like the weather might be very uninteresting to her. Instead, topics like the universe, global welfare, and politics are much more likely to keep her engaged.^{[8]
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- An omega female will usually enjoy debating with other people and using these conversations as a way to learn about other people’s perspectives and opinions.
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She has a boundless imagination. An omega female will often get lost in her imagination and use her time alone to explore all kinds of scenarios and stories she’s created. She may also use her imagination to conjure up images of her ideal future and come up with goals that will allow her to make it into reality.^{[9]
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- Sometimes she has so many thoughts that she can become a bit disorganized and end up jumping from one thought to another in a slightly chaotic way.
- This disorganization also tends to manifest itself in an omega female’s living space, and it’s not uncommon to find a bit of clutter in her home.
- However, omega females don’t usually consider this to be something negative. Instead, they often find comfort in their disorganized yet creative lifestyles.
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The small things bring her joy. Something unique about omega females is that they often have a very childlike mindset when approaching and interacting with the world around them. They’re infinitely curious and find happiness in the smallest things, like eating their favorite snack or seeing a butterfly. They usually notice the small things that others take for granted, and this helps them be even more grateful for the things around them.^{[10]
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- This can also cause omega females to approach more serious situations in a more casual and creative way, and they may be able to find solutions to problems others haven’t thought of thanks to their unique outlook on life.

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Omega Females in Relationships

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They tend to have a very idealistic view of love. Omega females are romantics at heart and admire the idea of love and romance. To them, the idea of romantic relationships often involves falling in love with one person and remaining committed and loyal to each other for a long time.^{[11]
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- While an omega female’s reserved and timid nature may make her reluctant to put herself out there right away, once she feels a connection, she’ll be willing to put everything she has into the relationship.
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They often know exactly what they want in a relationship. Omega females are intelligent individuals, which helps them create a clear picture of exactly what they want from a partner and relationship. They may have an ideal type when it comes to a romantic partner and specific ideas about what a fulfilling, healthy relationship looks like.^{[12]
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- These standards can be good because they’ll likely discourage an omega female from forcing herself into a relationship that isn’t satisfying to her.
- However, an omega female may also overthink and overanalyze her relationships, and having such standards can make her reluctant to step out of her comfort zone to meet new people.
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They prefer the more traditional style of dating. When it comes to romance, omega females often prefer setting up dates and getting to know their partner over time. They also tend to appreciate more conventional romantic gestures, like being given flowers or being walked to their door at the end of the night.^{[13]
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- An omega female might also prefer to meet her potential romantic match organically rather than use something like a dating app.

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Advice for Omega Females

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Don’t be afraid to take risks. If you’re an omega female, you might be more on the reserved and timid side, which can make trying new things and meeting new people a bit scary. However, you might never know whether you like something or click with a person if you don’t step out of your comfort zone every now and then. Instead of just sticking with what you know, practice saying yes to new experiences when you’re given the chance.^{[14]
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- Put yourself out there by trying a new hobby. For example, sign up for a cooking class, try a new sport, or get lessons to learn an instrument.
- Some ways to meet new people include volunteering in your community, joining a club, or having your friends introduce you to their friends.
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Make sure to take care of yourself. While you may be a very caring and empathetic person, remember to prioritize your health and well-being. It can be easy to neglect your own needs when you’re set on helping others, so make a conscious effort to begin new healthy habits to take care of your physical and mental health.^{[15]
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- For your physical health, eat healthy, stay hydrated, get enough sleep each night, and exercise throughout the week.
- Take care of your mental health by setting aside time to do relaxing activities, such as reading, listening to music, or going for a walk. Be sure to also meet up with friends and family to maintain your social connections.
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Slow down every once in a while. As someone with a lot of thoughts and creative ideas, you might find yourself constantly on the move as you jump from one project or idea to another. Remember to take things slow every now and then and allow yourself to just live in the moment. Your ideas will still be there later, so take a break every now and then.^{[16]
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- Practice meditating or doing breathing exercises to clear your mind and just focus on the present moment.
- Take a few minutes to list out the things you’re grateful for. This will help ground you and make you focus on the great things happening right now.
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Open up to the people you trust. As an omega, you might prefer to live a more private life and keep your thoughts and worries to yourself. However, bottling up so many emotions isn’t always the healthiest option. While it might be hard, open up to your friends and family and let them take some of the burden off of your shoulders.^{[17]
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- Don’t be afraid to ask others for advice when you need it. Even though you might have lots of great ideas, there’s nothing wrong with leaning on others for support.
- Practice being more open by speaking honestly about your experiences. For example, when something bothers you, mention it to your close friends and talk through how you’re feeling.

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6 Other Female Personality Types

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Alphas Alpha females tend to be very confident and extroverted individuals. Many are natural leaders and very ambitious, so it’s not uncommon to see them in powerful positions of leadership, such as a CEO or politician. An alpha female can be very assertive when it comes to stating her opinion and will pursue her goals until she achieves success.^{[18]
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- The alpha and omega personalities are almost direct opposites. While alphas are extroverted and love to lead others, omegas are more on the introverted side and often don’t necessarily care to fight for a top spot within the crowd.
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Betas The personality of beta females is very gentle, nurturing, and empathetic. They have lots of compassion for the people around them and don’t find it difficult to empathize with others. People also describe them as the most feminine archetype who embrace things like sensuality and vulnerability.^{[19]
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- Omegas and betas are both extremely empathetic and compassionate people, and they’re always looking for a way to help others.
- However, beta females may not be as confident in themselves as an omega female is. Unlike an omega, a beta female often worries about fitting in and being accepted.^{[20]
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Gammas Balance and organization are very important to gamma females. They’re often very hard workers who strive to keep order in their lives. Within their friend group, they’re usually the planners, but they’re also very funny and fun-loving individuals.^{[21]
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- This is very different from an omega female’s more disorganized lifestyle and thought process. While an omega female is also extremely hard-working, she often finds comfort in her creative disorganization and has a tendency to jump from one point to another.
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Deltas A delta female tends to be a very good communicator, but she can be shy and reserved around others. She can be very empathetic toward others but won’t always put herself out there and open up. A delta female is often also very realistic in her ways of thinking.^{[22]
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- Both omegas and deltas are very private people who may be shy around people they don’t know.
- However, a delta female can also be very self-conscious, whereas an omega female is usually very confident in herself and her individuality.
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Sigmas Sigma females share many traits with alpha females, but they don’t particularly care for social norms or conforming to a strict hierarchy. They can be very assertive, loyal, and charismatic, but they also have a mysterious side to them. People often describe them as being a lone wolf because they’re not afraid to go out and do their own thing.^{[23]
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- Both omegas and sigmas are very independent in nature and don’t particularly care about fitting in with everyone else. They’re also both very private people who may be reluctant to open up to others about their thoughts and emotions.