The tendency to yield to real or imagined group pressure is called

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Conformity refers to changing one's behavior or beliefs to match those of a group, either from real or imagined pressure. Compliance refers to agreeing to a request or demand from someone in a position of authority, while obedience specifically refers to following the orders of an authority figure. Acceptance refers to genuinely adopting the beliefs or values of a group.

The Tendency to Yield to Real or Imagined Group Pressure