Are ENTP and INFJ Personalities Meant to Be Together?

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Discover if these Myers-Briggs types make a compatible couple

Co-authored by Aly Rusciano Reviewed by Allison Broennimann, PhD

Last Updated: June 30, 2025 Fact Checked

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Relationship Compatibility

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ENTP Traits

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INFJ Traits

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Sweet and salty. Night and day. Opposites really do attract, and personalities are no different! ENTP and INFJ personality types seem like complete opposites on paper, but what happens if they’re paired up? These personalities can bring out the best in each other, helping one another reach their highest potential. In this article, we’ll dissect these Myers-Briggs personality types and share everything you need to know about this yin and yang pairing. Whether you’re an ENTP or an INFJ, we bet you’ll learn something new!

Things You Should Know

ENTPs and INFJs complement each other’s strengths and weaknesses, making them a strong but potentially polarizing pair.
ENTPs and INFJs are attracted to each other's strengths, as they can see what they desire most in each other.
ENTPs are naturally spontaneous, while INFJs prefer structure and order. Because of this, they may butt heads socially.

Section 1 of 5:

Are ENTPs and INFJs compatible?

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Although they have their differences, ENTPs and INFJs make a strong pair. These personalities work together to help each other grow. Where one lacks, the other supports. For instance, ENTPs are free-spirits, while INFJs value structure and balance. When together, these personalities help make each other better.
- Key positives of an ENTP and INFJ relationship:
  - INFJs encourage ENTPs to make goals, while ENTPs inspire INFJs to go outside their comfort zones.
  - ENTPs and INFJs love having deep conversations.
  - INFJs help ENTPs embrace their emotions, while ENTPs encourage INFJs to be more rational.
- Potential challenges for an ENTP and INFJ couple:
  - INFJs need alone time, while ENTPs are extremely social.
  - ENTPs look at life analytically, while INFJs focus on emotions.
  - INFJs like to plan ahead, while ENTPs like to fly by the seat of their pants.

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ENTP and INFJ Relationship Compatibility

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ENTPs and INFJs can have fulfilling conversations. ENTPs are extroverted, while INFJs are introverted. Because of this, an INFJ may have a hard time opening up to an ENTP, especially in bustling social settings.^{[1]
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Go to source} Even so, when they do build trust with one another, they’re able to have deep, meaningful conversations.
- If you’re an ENTP, practice being more empathetic with your INFP partner. Give them time to open up to you when they’re ready.
- If you’re an INFJ, focus on expressing yourself rationally with your partner rather than emotionally. Overly emotional phrasing could catch them off guard.^{[2]
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ENTPs and INFJs can grow to trust one another. INFJs are incredibly empathetic and compassionate. Their value of commitment means that they’ll honor an ENTP’s word no matter what. On the other hand, ENTPs are very charismatic. Their spontaneity may lead them to stray from an INFJ, but if given adequate space, they’ll likely keep an INFJ’s trust.
- If you’re an ENTP, stick with your partner’s schedule to earn their trust. Routine doesn’t come naturally to you, and an INFJ will value your effort and dedication.
- If you’re an INFJ, practice being direct with your partner about your needs to earn their trust. State exactly what you need and want in the relationship and set clear boundaries.^{[3]
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  Expert Interview} This way, an ENTP will know what is and isn’t allowed.
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INFJs can motivate ENTPs. Despite their differences, INFJs and ENTPs make a powerful duo. While ENTPs struggle with routines, INFJs can help push them to stay on track and pursue their dreams. Similarly, ENTPs can encourage INFJs to be vulnerable and speak their mind in any situation.
- If you’re an ENTP, you’re likely motivated by other people, flexible schedules, and original ideas.
- If you’re an INFJ, you’re probably motivated by setting and achieving goals, making emotional connections, and spending time alone.
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ENTPs and INFJs can create fireworks in bed. ENTPs are all about spontaneity and physical affection, making them a firecracker in the bedroom. Although they’re quite reserved, INFJs seek emotional intimacy, and an ENTP’s desire for physical intimacy can help them break down their walls. Even so, this pairing’s differences could lead to romantic dry spells, which may cause an ENTP to wander from their INFJ partner to satisfy their needs.
- If you’re an ENTP, be understanding of your partner’s needs too. They’re not as vivacious as you, but they’ll turn around with time! Have patience and know that an INFJ will do everything they can to fulfill your needs (as long as they’re ready to do so).
- If you’re an INFJ, express your wants and needs with your partner openly. Tell them what you like and dislike in the bedroom. If you’re up to experimenting, don’t be afraid to show it! An ENTP loves nothing more than mixing things up and trying new things.
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INFJs struggle to address conflict, while ENTPs love a debate. More often than not, an INFJ will back down from an argument or disagreement because they don’t want to create tension between themselves and their partner—they’re naturally conflict-averse.^{[4]
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Go to source} On the other hand, ENTPs aren’t afraid to argue and stir the pot to get their point across.^{[5]
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Go to source} Because of this, INFJs and ENTPs often have a hard time resolving conflicts.
- If you’re an ENTP, practice patience with your partner. Don’t push them to stay in a conversation they’re not ready to have. Instead, give them time to collect their thoughts and revisit the topic later.
- If you’re an INFJ, try to be more direct with your partner. Don’t be afraid to be honest and state your opinion, but use matter-of-fact language to help your point stand out.^{[6]
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ENTPs and INFJs may have a hard time agreeing on change. Unlike ENTPs, INFJs thrive with strict schedules and routines—they like order.^{[7]
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Go to source} The lack of spontaneity can be restricting for ENTPs, who work best in no-rule environments and relationships.^{[8]
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Go to source} Because of this, INFJs and ENTPs can clash heads when it comes to making big decisions together.
- If you’re an ENTP, help your partner embrace the joy of new, unknown experiences. For instance, say your dinner plans get unexpectedly canceled. Walk down the street and do the first fun activity you see to show them that the best memories aren’t always planned.
- If you’re an INFJ, talk with your partner about your worries. It’s okay to open up—don’t be afraid to be vulnerable! If you don’t express why you’re concerned, no one can help you.^{[9]
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- Reader Poll: We asked 591 wikiHow readers and 68% of them agreed that the best way to make a decision is by carefully analyzing and researching first. [Take Poll] This approach may be a good first step toward making decisions together.
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ENTPs and INFJs may stress each other out with their social differences. Although these personalities often complement each other, they can also push each other’s buttons. INFJs are naturally introverted and need time to recharge between social outings; meanwhile, ENTPs are social butterflies and hate spending time by themselves.^{[10]
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Go to source} This difference in social livelihood could put stress on a relationship.
- If you're an ENTP, don’t force an INFJ to go out with you. Let them stay in and recharge by giving them space to be alone.
- If you’re an INFJ, avoid pushing an ENTP to follow a strict schedule or routine. Give them the freedom to go out on the town for their daily dose of socialization.

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What is an ENTP personality type?

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ENTP personality types are outgoing and spontaneous. Also known as “The Debater,” an ENTP is bold and creative. They pursue their goals passionately and aren’t afraid to go against the status quo. They’re big brainstormers and love coming up with new ideas and collaborating with others.^{[11]
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Research source} Because of their natural enthusiasm and value of knowledge, ENTPs make excellent lawyers, reporters, engineers, and detectives.^{[12]
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- Strengths:^{[13]
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  - Knowledgeable
  - Quick thinker
  - Creative
  - Charismatic
  - Energetic
- Weaknesses:
  - Stubborn
  - Argumentative
  - Insensitive
  - Trouble focusing
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  - Extroverted Intuition
  - Introverted Thinking
  - Extroverted Feeling
  - Introverted Sensing
- Famous ENTPs include Weird Al Yankovic, Tom Hanks, Mark Twain, and Celine Dion.

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What is an INFJ personality type?

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INFJ personality types are determined and reserved. Also known as “The Advocate,” an INFJ is always willing to lend a helping hand.^{[15]
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Expert Interview} They’re extremely ambitious and believe good things will come to kind people. They have a clear sense of morale and use their wisdom and intuition to guide themselves and others.^{[16]
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Research source} At the end of the day, Advocates seek purpose and are committed to making the world a better place, making them excellent artists, teachers, counselors, and social workers.^{[17]
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- Strengths:^{[18]
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  - Creative
  - Insightful
  - Passionate
  - Altruistic
  - Compassionate
- Weaknesses:
  - Sensitive
  - Reserved
  - Perfectionistic
  - Conflict averse
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  - Introverted Intuition
  - Extraverted Feeling
  - Introverted Thinking
  - Extraverted Sensing
- Famous INTPs include Martin Luther King, Mother Teresa, Lady Gaga, and Morgan Freeman.
- The INTP personality type is the rarest in the world, with only about 2% of the population being Advocates.

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The Bottom Line

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An ENTP and INFJ relationship may not be perfect, but it allows growth for each individual. These personality types can help each other feel understood intellectually, creatively, and emotionally. They're attracted to one another's strengths, seeing what they lack in one another. They push each other past their breaking points and fill in the gaps whenever possible.