Term ID: T5653

Uncertainty Avoidance

/uncertainty-avoidance/
Cultural or individual tendency to prefer structured situations and avoid ambiguous or unpredictable circumstances.
Example: Some cultures or individuals showing strong preference for clear rules and predictable outcomes over flexibility.

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Reference: Hofstede (1980)