Definitions

behavioral science

NOUN

social psychology

Synonyms

WEAK

Skinnerian psychology Watsonian psychology behavioral psychology behavioristic psychology social anthropology sociology

Example Sentences

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“If you can predict behavior, this isn’t just an accelerator for research,” said Sameer Munshi, head of behavioral science at EY.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

The Reid Technique, as it came to be known, relies on insights from behavioral science to help police officers determine if a suspect is likely guilty, or if a witness is telling the truth.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2024

Brussels’ success reveals both a strength and a limitation of using behavioral science to guide transportation policymaking.

From Slate • Dec. 3, 2024

“There certainly have been times when things are like, one-click buy, and we're not in an environment where inflation and price are so salient,” Jeff Kreisler, head of behavioral science for JPMorgan Private Bank, said.

From Salon • Oct. 17, 2024

Almost pathologically observant, Alec is based on Dan Ariely, a superstar in the field of behavioral science, and Martin has absorbed a morsel of those powers.

From New York Times • Feb. 4, 2024