Social Biases
Illusory superiority
Seeing yourself as above average too easily.
What Is Illusory superiority?
Illusory superiority is a thinking trap where seeing yourself as above average too easily.
How It Tricks You
It can turn partial social evidence into a confident judgment about people, motives, or groups.
Real-World Example
Most drivers in a room say they are above average.
Seen Online As
- The fast interpretation is doing more work than the evidence.
- The claim feels obvious before the check question is asked.
- A shortcut is making the judgment feel more certain than it is.
What To Ask Instead
Compared with what evidence?
Related Thinking Traps
Common Situations
Quick FAQ
What is Illusory superiority?
Seeing yourself as above average too easily.
What is an example of Illusory superiority?
Most drivers in a room say they are above average.
How do I spot Illusory superiority?
Compared with what evidence?