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Meaning
The phrase "overly positive bias" refers to a tendency to view situations, people, or outcomes in an excessively favorable light. This bias can lead to an unrealistic perception of reality, often ignoring or downplaying negative aspects. It can happen in various contexts, such as decisions made in personal life, evaluations in professional settings, or analyses in scientific research.
Synonyms
- Unfounded optimism
- Excessive altruism
- Rosy outlook
- Positive skew
- Bias towards optimism
Antonyms
- Negative bias
- Cynicism
- Skepticism
- Pessimism
- Disillusionment
Etymology
The word "bias" originates from the Old French word "biais," meaning "slant" or "oblique," which itself comes from the Latin word "bīdire," meaning "to bend" or "to incline." The term "positive" comes from the Latin "positus," meaning "placed" or "set," while "overly" is a combination of "over" (from Old English "ofer," meaning "more than") and "ly," indicating manner or degree.
Examples
- His overly positive bias made it difficult for him to acknowledge any flaws in the project.
- The team's overly positive bias in their report led to a lack of necessary precautions being taken.
- While optimism is important, allowing an overly positive bias to cloud judgment can result in poor decisions.
- She approached her new job with an overly positive bias, assuming everything would be perfect from the start.
- Researchers warned that an overly positive bias in the data analysis could lead to misleading conclusions.