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behaviorist

 

[ bɪˈheɪvjərɪst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

study of behavior

Behaviorism is a psychological approach that emphasizes the study of observable behaviors, rejecting the emphasis on internal thoughts and feelings. Behaviorists believe that behavior is learned through interactions with the environment and can be modified through reinforcement and punishment.

Synonyms

behavioral analysis, behavioral psychology

Examples of usage

  • Many psychologists follow the principles of behaviorism in their research.
  • Behaviorism focuses on the relationship between behavior and environmental stimuli.

Translations

Translations of the word "behaviorist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 comportamentalista

🇮🇳 व्यवहारवादी

🇩🇪 Behaviorist

🇮🇩 behavioris

🇺🇦 біхевіорист

🇵🇱 behawiorysta

🇯🇵 行動主義者 (こうどうしゅぎしゃ)

🇫🇷 comportementaliste

🇪🇸 conductista

🇹🇷 davranışçı

🇰🇷 행동주의자 (haengdongjuuija)

🇸🇦 سلوكي

🇨🇿 behaviorista

🇸🇰 behaviorista

🇨🇳 行为主义者 (xíngwéi zhǔyì zhě)

🇸🇮 vedenjski psiholog

🇮🇸 atferlisfræðingur

🇰🇿 мінез-құлық зерттеушісі

🇬🇪 ქცევითი ფსიქოლოგი

🇦🇿 davranışçı

🇲🇽 conductista

Word origin

The term 'behaviorist' was first introduced by John B. Watson in the early 20th century. He believed that psychology should focus on observable behavior rather than internal mental processes. Behaviorism became a dominant school of thought in psychology for much of the 20th century, influencing research in areas such as learning, conditioning, and behavior modification.

See also: behavioral, behaviors, misbehavior.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,413 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.