Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

disinformation

noun

/ˌdɪsɪnfərˈmeɪʃən/

Definition

False information deliberately spread to deceive others.

Examples

During the election, several websites spread disinformation to confuse voters.
The organization’s disinformation campaign misled the public about the safety of the vaccine.

Meaning

Disinformation refers to intentionally misleading or biased information that is presented as factual. It is often used in political contexts to manipulate public opinion or obscure the truth.