The psychological phenomenon where accomplished individuals doubt their achievements and fear being exposed as frauds, despite evidence of their competence and success.
Example: Successful professionals feeling like they don't deserve their positions, attributing achievements to luck rather than ability, and fearing that others will discover they're not as capable as perceived.
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