Intellectual Humility in the Eyes of Others: Implications for Social Perception and Trust
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Prior research offers compelling evidence for the social, personal, and societal benefits of intellectual humility (IH). This review shifts the focus to social perception by examining the emerging literature on perceived IH—how people judge others’ awareness of their intellectual limitations. We describe how perceived IH enhances social evaluations in everyday and expert contexts and identify conditions under which high IH may backfire. We then outline key directions for future research, including the roles of identity, authenticity, and culture, in shaping how IH is perceived and socially rewarded.
