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similarity-attraction effect  

Definition

  • Definition The similarity-attraction effect refers to the widespread tendency of people to be attracted to others who are similar to themselves in important respects. Attraction means not strictly physical attraction but, rather, liking for or wanting to be around the person. [Source: Encyclopedia of Social Psychology; Similarity-Attraction Effect]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-H5CC2W39-7

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