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sensationalism Meaning
sensationalism (n)
subject matter that is calculated to excite and please vulgar tastes
the journalistic use of subject matter that appeals to vulgar tastes
(philosophy) the ethical doctrine that feeling is the only criterion for what is good
(philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge derives from experience
sensationalism (n.)
The doctrine held by Condillac, and by some ascribed to Locke, that our ideas originate solely in sensation, and consist of sensations transformed; sensualism; -- opposed to intuitionalism, and rationalism.
The practice or methods of sensational writing or speaking; as, the sensationalism of a novel.
sensationalism Sentence Examples
- The media's relentless pursuit of sensationalism has eroded public trust in journalism.
- The headline screamed in sensationalistic language, "Witness the Unthinkable!"
- Politicians used sensationalism to appeal to voters' fears and anxieties.
- The celebrity gossip magazine's sensationalism fueled a rabid fan base.
- The tabloid's story was pure sensationalism, with no regard for accuracy or ethics.
- The television documentary employed sensationalism to garner viewers at the expense of the truth.
- The online article's use of sensationalism drew criticism for its misleading and inflammatory content.
- The social media influencer's sensationalistic posts aimed to generate clicks and engagement.
- The marketing campaign relied heavily on sensationalism to create buzz and drive sales.
- The sensationalism surrounding the crime made it difficult to separate fact from fiction.
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subject matter that is calculated to excite and please vulgar tastes, the journalistic use of subject matter that appeals to vulgar tastes, (philosophy) the eth
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The media's relentless pursuit of sensationalism has eroded public trust in journalism.
The headline screamed in sensationalistic language, "Witness the Unthinkable!"
Politicians used sensationalism to appeal to voters' fears and anxieties.
The celebrity gossip magazine's sensationalism fueled a rabid fan base.
