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Almost every word in the dictionary has more than one meaning. Why then do we not become confused constantly by this ambiguity? The multiple meanings of most of the words we use do not confuse us because ________.


Definitions:

Mood Contagion

The phenomenon where one person's emotional state triggers a similar emotional response in others.

Sense Of Humor

An individual’s ability to perceive humor or appreciate comedy, often seen as a personality trait.

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon where the desire for harmony in a decision-making group overrides a realistic appraisal of alternatives.

Informational Social Influence

The change in opinions or behavior that occurs when an individual conforms to what they believe is the correct way to think or act based on the information provided by others.

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