word
cognitive dissonance
KOG-nih-tiv DIS-uh-nunss
ˈkɒɡnɪtɪv ˈdɪsənənsListen
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Syllable breakdown
cognitivedissonance
Dictionary meaning
The mental discomfort of holding two conflicting beliefs simultaneously.
Examples
- Smoking while believing it's unhealthy is a classic example of cognitive dissonance.
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