Meaning of the word "herd mentality" in English
What does "herd mentality" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
herd mentality
US /hɜrd menˈtæl.ə.ti/
UK /hɜːd menˈtæl.ə.ti/
Noun
a situation in which people act like a herd, without thinking for themselves, often leading to irrational or dangerous decisions
Example:
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The stock market crash was partly due to herd mentality, as everyone panicked and sold their shares.
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It's important to resist herd mentality and make your own informed decisions.
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