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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But that mindset often breeds groupthink and mediocrity.
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Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
That Houston is likely to still start two freshmen makes the Cougars far from the surefire preseason title favorite, but don’t be surprised if the groupthink goes that direction.
—The Athletic College Basketball, New York Times, 29 May 2025
The risk for groupthink increases with homogeneous groups, or groups with members who share the same background and experience.
—John Blake, CNN Money, 26 May 2025
Janis wrote that American military commanders didn’t pay attention to warnings of an impending attack in part because of groupthink.
—John Blake, CNN Money, 26 May 2025
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Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
That Houston is likely to still start two freshmen makes the Cougars far from the surefire preseason title favorite, but don’t be surprised if the groupthink goes that direction.
—The Athletic College Basketball, New York Times, 29 May 2025
The risk for groupthink increases with homogeneous groups, or groups with members who share the same background and experience.
—John Blake, CNN Money, 26 May 2025
Janis wrote that American military commanders didn’t pay attention to warnings of an impending attack in part because of groupthink.
—John Blake, CNN Money, 26 May 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 12 Jun. 2025.
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