"Describe Yourself": How honest should you be?

Applying to College
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<p>One of the questions I'm trying to answer right now is just a brief, "You would describe yourself as:" 100-character question. </p>

<p>Part of me thinks that it would be best to use only positive adjectives (eg dedicated, humorous, etc...)</p>

<p>But part of me also thinks that colleges must get bored to tears by students lauding themselves with a plethora of positive words, and a hint at the entire spectrum (aka both organized and messy, calm and rambunctious, friendly and critical, etc...) might be a real refresher for them.</p>

<p>Thoughts? Input?</p>

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<p>You should be honest, showcase your strengths, and make yourself stand out. Instead of just saying positive things, maybe include one of your weaknesses, but say that you manage it well or something? Basically, make yourself look good.</p>

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<p>That seems like a good idea...but how to fit it into 100 characters? :P</p>