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impostor syndrome

Noun

Meaning

impostor syndrome (usually uncountable, plural impostor syndromes)

(psychology) A psychological phenomenon in which a person is unable to internalize his or her accomplishments, remaining convinced that he or she does not deserve any accompanying success.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

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Impostor syndrome is not a personality trait; it is classified as a feeling or emotional state, and therefore can come and go over time. Source: Internet

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