PsychologyJuly 13, 2026
congruence
/ˈkɒŋɡruəns/
Definition
The state of agreement or harmony between two or more things, specifically where visual cues align with actual behavioral outcomes.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'congruentia,' meaning 'agreement' or 'suitability.' It comes from the verb 'congruere,' which means to come together or correspond, entering English via Middle French.
In the news
In this article, congruence refers to whether a person's facial trustworthiness matches their actual actions. Researchers compared how this alignment affects people's ability to learn and make decisions compared to incongruent situations.
The Influence of Social Cues in Learning and Decision-Making Over Time
Read the full article ↗Frontiers