Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

nudge theory

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 3.21 in modern English

Syllables: nudge the-o-ry
IPA

19

Scrabble Score

11

Letters

3

Syllables

10

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The idea of using small suggestions to influence behavior and decision making.

Uncountable

Example Sentences

"Much of Japan's success depends on a culture of discipline and obedience, but they also make extensive use of 'nudge theory' to encourage the behaviour they want to see on their network. [...] We even have our own government office devoted to nudge theory - the Behavioural Insights Team, run in partnership with the Cabinet Office and which has worked on projects with Transport for London and elsewhere on the railway."

Usage

Uncountable

Questions

What does nudge theory mean?: The idea of using small suggestions to influence behavior and decision making.

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