behavioristic

adjective

Meaning

Relating to the psychological approach that emphasizes observable stimulus-response patterns over internal mental states.

Examples

The behavioristic model of training relies heavily on positive reinforcement to shape desired habits.
Critics argue that a purely behavioristic interpretation of human development ignores the complexity of consciousness.

Synonyms: conditioned, empirical, mechanistic, positivistic

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behavioristic

adjective

Pronunciation: /bɪˌheɪvjəˈrɪstɪk/

Definition

Relating to the psychological approach that emphasizes observable stimulus-response patterns over internal mental states.

Examples

The behavioristic model of training relies heavily on positive reinforcement to shape desired habits.
Critics argue that a purely behavioristic interpretation of human development ignores the complexity of consciousness.
His behavioristic approach to classroom management focused entirely on rewarding students for following rules.

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