• a [cognitive] bias that causes people to overestimate their positive qualities and abilities and to [underestimate] their negative qualities, relative to others. This is evident in a variety of areas including intelligence, performance on tasks or tests and the possession of desirable characteristics or personality traits. It is one of many positive illusions relating to the self, and is a phenomenon studied in social [psychology].


    Illusory superiority meaning & definition 1 of Illusory superiority.

Similar Words

What is Define Dictionary Meaning?

Define Dictionary Meaning is an easy to use platform where anyone can create and share short informal definition of any word.
Best thing is, its free and you can even contribute without creating an account.



This page shows you usage and meanings of Illusory superiority around the world.