behaviorist

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Adjective behaviorist has 1 sense

behavioristic, behaviorist, behaviouristic, behaviourist - of or relating to behaviorism; "behavioristic psychology"

Noun behaviorist has 1 sense

behaviorist, behaviourist - a psychologist who subscribes to behaviorism
--₁ is a kind of psychologist

Definitions from the Web

Term: Behaviorist

Description:

A behaviorist is an individual who studies or adheres to the principles of behaviorism, a school of psychology that focuses on observable behaviors and external factors rather than internal mental processes. Behaviorists believe that behavior is a result of conditioning and that it can be modified through stimulus and response.

Sample Sentences:

John Watson was a renowned behaviorist who emphasized the importance of environmental influences on behavior.
The behaviorist approach in education relies on positive reinforcement to encourage desired behaviors in students.
Many dog trainers employ behaviorist techniques to help modify unwanted behaviors in pets.