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Why smart people make stupid mistakes | BBC Ideas
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Fibby posted on 2020/02/22Ever wonder why super-smart people sometimes make baffling mistakes? This BBC Ideas video dives into cognitive biases and the 'curse of expertise' with fascinating insights, plus practical tips like self-distancing to help you think clearer. You'll pick up advanced vocabulary and learn valuable lessons for everyday decisions and the workplace!
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cognitive
US /ˈkɑɡnɪtɪv/
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UK /ˈkɒgnətɪv/
- Adjective
- The process of knowing and remembering
- Relating to the ability to think and reason.
C1
More struggle
US /ˈstrʌɡəl/
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UK /'strʌɡl/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To try very hard to do something difficult
- To fight or struggle violently
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Strong efforts made to do something difficult
- A difficult or challenging situation or task
A2
More susceptible
US /səˈsɛptəbəl/
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UK /səˈseptəbl/
- Adjective
- Likely to fall prey to, be drawn to or influenced
- At risk of developing a certain illness or problem
B2TOEIC
More vital
US /'vaɪtl/
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UK /'vaɪtl/
- Adjective
- Needed to support life; essential
- Full of life; energetic
B1TOEIC
More Use Energy
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