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cognitive-bias
/ˈkɒɡ.nə.tɪv ˈbaɪ.əs/
[/ˈkɒɡ.nə.tɪv ˈbaɪ.əs/]
a systematic thinking error
Advancednoun
Definition
A cognitive bias is a systematic pattern of error in how we think and judge. Speakers explain how cognitive biases distort our decisions.
Example
Confirmation is a common cognitive bias.
Confirmation is a common cognitive bias.
Etymology
A modern compound combining 'cognitive' and 'bias'.
How & Where It’s Used
A popular topic in talks on psychology and decision-making.