absolute judgment

a psychophysical judgment in which a single stimulus is placed in a particular category (e.g., bright, loud), as opposed to one in which several stimuli are compared to one another or to a given standard (e.g., brighter, louder). Compare comparative judgment.

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Psychology term of the day

February 17th 2025

binocular suppression

the ability of stimulation through one eye to inhibit the response or sensitivity to stimulation through the other eye. See binocular rivalry.