anchoring

Definitions

The act or process of securing something firmly in place with an anchor.

A cognitive bias where an individual relies too heavily on an initial piece of information offered when making decisions.

The act of providing a stable base or focal point for a broadcast, event, or structure.

Examples

The negotiator used the high initial price as an anchoring tactic to influence the final deal.

Anchoring the boat securely in the harbor was essential before the storm arrived.

Synonyms

securing mooring fastening fixing stabilizing attaching grounding

Antonyms

releasing detaching loosening unfastening unmooring freeing disconnecting