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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These kinds of “nudges,” informed by behavioral science, don’t force anyone to give up social media.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 2, 2025

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

We use experts in behavioral science, facial coding, galvanic skin response, and other subjects and research methods as well.

From Salon • Oct. 1, 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