pratfall effect

noun

The tendency for interpersonal appeal to change after an individual makes a mistake, depending on the individual's perceived competence.

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Meanings

nounpratfall effect (plural pratfall effects)

plural pratfall effects

  1. human sciencesThe tendency for interpersonal appeal to change after an individual makes a mistake, depending on the individual's perceived competence.
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