English Explanatory Dictionary

Flynn effect

English dictionary entry

Meanings

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

Word forms

Flynn effect Flynn effects

Etymology

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.

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