Groupthink
noun
A practice where individuals avoid raising controversial issues in order to maintain harmony within a group.
In the meeting, groupthink prevented anyone from voicing their concerns about the proposed strategy.
Often appears as...
- avoid dissent
- promote harmony
Usage tips
Neutral
conformity, decision-making, consensus
noun
The tendency for groups to make decisions without considering alternative viewpoints.
The committee's mistake was attributed to groupthink, as no one wanted to disagree.
Often appears as...
- disregard for dissent
- decision fatigue
Usage tips
Formal
decision-making process, organizational behavior, team dynamics
noun
A practice where individuals avoid raising controversial issues in order to maintain harmony within a group.
In the meeting, groupthink prevented anyone from voicing their concerns about the proposed strategy.
Often appears as...
- avoid dissent
- promote harmony
Usage tips
Neutral
conformity, decision-making, consensus
noun
The tendency for groups to make decisions without considering alternative viewpoints.
The committee's mistake was attributed to groupthink, as no one wanted to disagree.
Often appears as...
- disregard for dissent
- decision fatigue
Usage tips
Formal
decision-making process, organizational behavior, team dynamics
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Awareness
Recognizing groupthink can help promote better decision-making.
In a brainstorming session, encourage all members to voice their opinions.
Pro Tip 2/3Critical Thinking
Challenge dominant opinions to avoid poor decisions.
Ask probing questions to stimulate discussion.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Impact
Understand how groupthink varies across cultures.
In some cultures, collective agreement is highly valued.
Pro Tip 1/3Awareness
Recognizing groupthink can help promote better decision-making.
In a brainstorming session, encourage all members to voice their opinions.
Pro Tip 2/3Critical Thinking
Challenge dominant opinions to avoid poor decisions.
Ask probing questions to stimulate discussion.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Impact
Understand how groupthink varies across cultures.
In some cultures, collective agreement is highly valued.
Pro Tip 1/3Awareness
Recognizing groupthink can help promote better decision-making.
In a brainstorming session, encourage all members to voice their opinions.
Pro Tip 2/3Critical Thinking
Challenge dominant opinions to avoid poor decisions.
Ask probing questions to stimulate discussion.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Impact
Understand how groupthink varies across cultures.
In some cultures, collective agreement is highly valued.
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