cognitive dissonance
noun phrasePsychological discomfort associated with a perceived inconsistency among beliefs, attitudes, or behavior.
Discomfort from conflicting beliefs
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Clear all filtersPsychological discomfort associated with a perceived inconsistency among beliefs, attitudes, or behavior.
Discomfort from conflicting beliefs
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Calm control of one's feelings or behavior.
The outward manner in which someone behaves toward others.
Unconventional or noticeably different from ordinary behavior or style.
Noticeably unconventional
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Straying from the proper course, position, or expected behavior.
Claiming principles or standards that one's own behavior contradicts.
Conduct or expression considered improper or unsuitable.
Overly willing to satisfy someone's wishes or excuse their behavior.
To seek favor or acceptance through pleasing behavior.
An unwillingness to accept beliefs, behavior, or people different from one's own.
Refusal to accept differences
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Unwilling to accept views, behavior, or people regarded as different or objectionable.
Unwilling to accept differences
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A distinctive, often habitual way of speaking, moving, or behaving.
Changing mood or behavior quickly and unpredictably.
A person who does not follow generally accepted beliefs, customs, or patterns of behavior.
Person departing from convention
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A standard or pattern regarded as usual, expected, or acceptable.
Readily allowing behavior or choices, often with few restrictions.
Behavior that meets accepted standards of appropriateness.
To express sharp disapproval of someone's behavior.
A return to criminal behavior after a previous offense or punishment.
Strengthening or support; in learning, a consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior.
Added strength or support
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To express disappointment or blame for someone's behavior.
Moderation and self-restraint in behavior or consumption.
Moderation and self-restraint
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Moderate or restrained in conduct, expression, or climate.
Moderate in behavior
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