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halo effect

noun/ˈheɪləʊ ɪˈfekt/

B1CEFR level
45/100Rarity: uncommon
TechnicalRegister

The tendency for one strong positive impression to color judgment of everything else about a brand.

The flagship's reputation created a halo effect that lifted the entire range.

Topic: Marketing & brand in Business English

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