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Flynn effect

Flynn effect noun: the continuous worldwide increase in average scores on intelligence tests.

Noun

Flynn effect (plural Flynn effects)

  1. The continuous worldwide increase in average scores on intelligence tests.

Forms of Flynn effect

pluralFlynn effects

Origin of Flynn effect

Named after American-born New Zealand moral philosopher and intelligence researcher Jim Flynn (1934–2020), who did much to document it and promote awareness of its implications.

Questions about Flynn effect

What does Flynn effect mean?
Flynn effect means the continuous worldwide increase in average scores on intelligence tests.
What part of speech is Flynn effect?
Flynn effect is a noun.
What is the plural of Flynn effect?
The plural of Flynn effect is Flynn effects.

Words near Flynn effect in the dictionary

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  9. Flynn-Aird syndrome
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