>[!abstract] >In sociology, social psychology and social philosophy, a **noble lie** is a myth or a lie that is prevalent in a society, and that either emerges on its own or is propagated by an elite in order to maintain social order or for the "greater good". It is argued by some to be an example of the psychological concept of [[groupthink]] (adapted from Wikipedia). >[!related] >- **North** (upstream): — >- **West** (similar): — >- **East** (different): — >- **South** (downstream): —