Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the yellow press

Noun

/ðə ˈjɛloʊ prɛs/

Definition

A type of journalism that emphasizes sensationalism over facts.

Examples

The yellow press often distorts the truth to grab attention.
She stopped reading the yellow press because she found it misleading.
The scandal was first reported in the yellow press before being covered by more reputable outlets.

Meaning

The yellow press refers to newspapers and magazines that use scandal and exaggeration to attract readers, often focusing on celebrity gossip, crime, and sensational stories rather than serious news.