overcompetence
nounEtymology From over- + competence.
1
Excessive or exaggerated competence.
2
Human sciences, Psychology, Sciences The tendency to overestimate one's knowledge, skills or abilities.
- Related terms
- Dunning-Kruger effect
noun — 2 senses
Etymology From over- + competence.
Excessive or exaggerated competence.
Human sciences, Psychology, Sciences The tendency to overestimate one's knowledge, skills or abilities.
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