Why We Hate the Word 'Moist'

The video explores the concept of word aversion, focusing on why the word 'moist' is often found revolting by some people. It delves into the psychological and evolutionary aspects of disgust, explaining how this emotion helps protect us from disease. The video also examines the social and cultural influences on disgust, highlighting research that investigates why 'moist' is particularly disliked. It concludes by discussing how disgust can shape social norms and biases, and promotes further learning through the SciShow Psych channel.

What were the three main ways researchers identified that the word 'moist' could trigger disgust?

How do cultural influences affect our perception of the word 'moist'?

In what ways can disgust shape our social interactions and moral judgments?