cognitive dissonance — the mental discomfort experienced when holding contradictory beliefs, values, or attitudes simultaneously
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the mental discomfort experienced when holding contradictory beliefs, values, or attitudes simultaneously
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːɡnətɪv ˈdɪsənəns/
Korean meaning: 모순되는 신념, 가치관, 태도를 동시에 가질 때 경험하는 정신적 불편함
Korean pronunciation: **코**그니티브 **디**서넌스
Example Sentences
- The smoker felt cognitive dissonance knowing cigarettes were harmful but continuing to smoke anyway.
- My cognitive dissonance kicked in when I told my kids to eat vegetables while secretly hiding candy bars in my desk.
- Students often experience cognitive dissonance when they procrastinate despite knowing the importance of studying.
cognitive dissonance
NOUN//ˈkɑːɡnətɪv ˈdɪsənəns//
the mental discomfort experienced when holding contradictory beliefs, values, or attitudes simultaneously
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Origin
1957년 심리학자 레온 페스팅거가 만든 용어로, 라틴어에서 유래된 'cognitive(인지의)'와 'dissonance(불협화음)'가 합쳐진 말입니다.
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“The smoker felt cognitive dissonance knowing cigarettes were harmful but continuing to smoke anyway.”
“My cognitive dissonance kicked in when I told my kids to eat vegetables while secretly hiding candy bars in my desk.”
“Students often experience cognitive dissonance when they procrastinate despite knowing the importance of studying.”
“She suffered from cognitive dissonance after buying a gas-guzzling SUV right after joining an environmental club.”
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