JustifyTo give an explanation or reason for something
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Show or prove to be right or reasonable
BeliefAn acceptance that something is true or exists
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An acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists
HurtfulCausing distress or harm to someone
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Causing distress to someone's feelings
Confirmation BiasTendency to accept evidence that confirms our beliefs and reject evidence that challenges them
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The tendency to interpret new evidence as confirmation of one's existing beliefs or theories
Cognitive DissonanceUncomfortable mental state due to conflicting thoughts or beliefs
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The state of having inconsistent thoughts, beliefs, or attitudes, especially as relating to behavioral decisions and attitude change
DefensiveUsed or intended to defend or protect
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Used or intended to defend or protect