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manipulated environment

/məˈnɪpjʊleɪtɪd ɛnˈvaɪrənmənt/ · man·ip·u·lat·ed en·vi·ron·ment
noun
  1. a situation or setting that has been intentionally altered or controlled, often for a specific purpose or to influence behavior The psychologist created a manipulated environment in the laboratory to study the effects of lighting on mood.
Did you know? The concept of a manipulated environment has been used in various fields, including psychology, sociology, and anthropology, to study human behavior and social interactions in controlled settings. The phrase has also been used in literature and film to describe fictional worlds or scenarios that have been intentionally created or altered for a specific purpose.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Aug 6, 2026