The Harut Effect is a social-psychological phenomenon where a person says “You’re right,” while internally disagreeing.
Sometimes it’s strategic or sarcastic, and other times it's reflexive — even unconscious.
In some cases, the speaker isn’t aware of the contradiction between their words and their actual thoughts.
The term also applies when someone agrees with you verbally but clearly believes you’re wrong inside.
Created by Harutyun Harutyunyan
Sometimes it’s strategic or sarcastic, and other times it's reflexive — even unconscious.
In some cases, the speaker isn’t aware of the contradiction between their words and their actual thoughts.
The term also applies when someone agrees with you verbally but clearly believes you’re wrong inside.
Created by Harutyun Harutyunyan
Person A: "Honestly, I think the Earth is flat."
Person B: (internally shocked but avoiding debate)
"Yeah, you’re right."
That’s the Harut Effect in action.
Person B: (internally shocked but avoiding debate)
"Yeah, you’re right."
That’s the Harut Effect in action.
by Harutyun June 20, 2025