Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
truthiness
noun
/ˈtruːθɪnəs/
Definition
The quality of seeming or being felt to be true, even if not necessarily true or supported by evidence.
Examples
- His argument was based more on truthiness than actual data.
- In today’s media, truthiness often prevails over factual reporting.
- People often prefer truthiness because it feels more comforting than harsh truths.
Meaning
Truthiness refers to the belief that something is true based on intuition or personal belief rather than facts or logic.
Synonyms
- veracity
- genuineness
- authenticity
