glittering generalities

vague but catchy phrases and slogans frequently used in propaganda and political campaigns to elicit favorable reactions. Examples are “good, clean government” and “our noble heritage.”

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Psychology term of the day

January 11th 2025

induced color

a color change in a visual field resulting from stimulation of a neighboring area, rather than from stimulation of the part of the field in which the change appears.