Heterophily
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Heterophily is a noun meaning (social sciences) Tendency of individuals to collect in diverse groups.
Meaning
(social sciences) Tendency of individuals to collect in diverse groups.
Example Sentences
In their review of the impact of heterophily on group process outcomes, Milliken and Martins (1996) acknowledge that past research conflicts on whether heterophily inhibits or facilitates positive group outcomes.
Antonyms for heterophily
Common opposites include homophily.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include homophily, heterophyly, homophylly, heterosociability, heterophilia, heterotopia.
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