Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sensationalist
Adjective/Noun
/sɛnˈseɪʃənlɪst/
Definition
A person who presents information in a way that seeks to provoke public interest or excitement, often at the expense of accuracy.
Examples
- The sensationalist coverage of the event overshadowed the real issues at hand.
- Many tabloids are known for their sensationalist headlines that attract attention but contain little substance.
- Critics argue that sensationalist journalism distorts the truth.
Meaning
The term relates to a style of reporting or storytelling that emphasizes shocking or exciting details rather than objective facts.
Synonyms
- Exaggerated
- Inflated
- Overdramatic
- Attention-grabbing
- Hyperbolic
