Sensationalism: meaning, definitions and examples
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sensationalism
[ senˌseɪʃəˈnəˌlɪzəm ]
in media
Sensationalism is the use of exciting or shocking stories or language at the expense of accuracy, in order to provoke public interest or excitement.
Synonyms
exaggeration, hyperbole, tabloid journalism
Examples of usage
- Sensationalism in the media often leads to distorted or exaggerated news reports.
- The tabloids are known for their sensationalism, focusing on scandalous stories to attract readers.
- Many people criticize sensationalism for prioritizing entertainment value over factual information.
Translations
Translations of the word "sensationalism" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sensacionalismo
🇮🇳 सनसनीखेज़वाद
🇩🇪 Sensationalismus
🇮🇩 sensasionalisme
🇺🇦 сенсаціоналізм
🇵🇱 sensacjonalizm
🇯🇵 センセーショナリズム
🇫🇷 sensationnalisme
🇪🇸 sensacionalismo
🇹🇷 sansasyonelcilik
🇰🇷 선정주의
🇸🇦 الإثارة
🇨🇿 senzace
🇸🇰 senzacionalizmus
🇨🇳 哗众取宠
🇸🇮 senzacionalizem
🇮🇸 æsingafréttir
🇰🇿 сенсационализм
🇬🇪 სენსაციონალიზმი
🇦🇿 sensasionalizm
🇲🇽 sensacionalismo
Word origin
The term 'sensationalism' originated in the 19th century, when it was used to describe the practice of using sensational stories to attract readers. Sensationalism has been a common feature of media throughout history, with newspapers, magazines, and online platforms often resorting to sensationalist tactics to increase readership or viewership. While some argue that sensationalism can provide entertainment value, others criticize it for promoting misinformation and distorting the truth.