The story
Coined by sociologist Robert K. Merton.
Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
self-fulfilling prophecy
Today it means: A prediction that, by being voiced, causes itself to come true. Full definition →
Today it means: A prediction that, by being voiced, causes itself to come true. Full definition →
Coined by sociologist Robert K. Merton.
Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.