groupthink
noun
group·think
ˈgrüp-ˌthiŋk 
: a pattern of thought characterized by self-deception, forced manufacture of consent, and conformity to group values and ethics
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Probe Assumptions – Question assumptions that could hinder innovation and promote groupthink, fostering healthy skepticism to reveal deeper insights.
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Committee Of 200, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
April 2, 2025 5 min read At the heart of the Trump administration’s Signal scandal lies the familiar psychological pitfall of groupthink
By Dan Vergano
Killing civilians.
—Dan Vergano, Scientific American, 2 Apr. 2025
Furthermore, red teaming helps leaders overcome groupthink, a cognitive bias where conformity to consensus thinking undermines critical appraisal.
—Bryce Hoffman, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
All too often, teams can get caught up in groupthink or artificial harmony, nodding along with whatever idea comes up—usually from the leader.
—Bryan Powell, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
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Committee Of 200, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
April 2, 2025 5 min read At the heart of the Trump administration’s Signal scandal lies the familiar psychological pitfall of groupthink
By Dan Vergano
Killing civilians.
—Dan Vergano, Scientific American, 2 Apr. 2025
Furthermore, red teaming helps leaders overcome groupthink, a cognitive bias where conformity to consensus thinking undermines critical appraisal.
—Bryce Hoffman, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
All too often, teams can get caught up in groupthink or artificial harmony, nodding along with whatever idea comes up—usually from the leader.
—Bryan Powell, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for groupthink
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“Groupthink.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/groupthink. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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