sensationalism

/sɛnˈseɪʃənəlɪzəm/ /sɛnˈseɪʃn̩əlɪzəm/

Meanings

noun

The use of sensational subject matter, style or methods, or the sensational subject matter itself; behavior, published materials, or broadcasts that are intentionally controversial, exaggerated, lurid, loud, or attention-grabbing. Especially applied to news media in a pejorative sense that they are reporting in a manner to gain audience or notoriety but at the expense of accuracy and professionalism.

Examples :

"The tabloid newspaper's sensationalism about the teacher's alleged affair drove up sales, but it sacrificed accuracy in the process. "

noun

A theory of philosophy that all knowledge is ultimately derived from the senses.

Examples :

"The teacher's lecture on the history of science highlighted the importance of sensationalism, arguing that all our understanding of the world comes from our experiences through sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell. "

philosophy sensation theory mind

Related Words

exaggerated verb

/ɛɡ-/

To overstate, to describe more than is fact.

"My brother exaggerated how difficult the math test was, saying it would take him hours to complete, when in reality he finished it in just 30 minutes. "

sacrificed verb

/ˈsækɹɪfaɪst/

To offer (something) as a gift to a deity.

"The villagers sacrificed a lamb to the mountain god for a good harvest. "

sensational adjective

/sɛnˈseɪʃənəl/ /sənˈseɪʃənəl/

Of or pertaining to sensation.

"sensational nerves"

experiences noun

/ɪkˈspɪə.ɹɪən.sɪz/ /ɪkˈspɪɹ.i.ən.sɪz/

The effect upon the judgment or feelings produced by any event, whether witnessed or participated in; personal and direct impressions as contrasted with description or fancies; personal acquaintance; actual enjoyment or suffering.

"It was an experience he would not soon forget."

controversial adjective

/kɒn.tɹə.ˈvɜː.sjəl/ /kɑn.tɹə.ˈvɝ.si.əl/

Arousing controversy—a debate or discussion of opposing opinions.

"The school's new dress code was controversial, sparking debate among parents about its impact on students' freedom of expression. "

especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

highlighted verb

/ˈhaɪˌlaɪtɪd/ /ˈhaɪˌlaɪɾɪd/

To make prominent; emphasize.

"The teacher highlighted the important vocabulary words with a yellow marker. "

professionalism noun

/pɹəˈfɛʃənəlɪzəm/ /pɹoʊˈfɛʃənəlɪzəm/

The status, methods, character or standards expected of a professional or of a professional organization, such as reliability, discretion, evenhandedness, and fair play.

"Her consistent punctuality and respectful communication demonstrated her professionalism during the internship. "

pejorative noun

/pɪˈdʒɒɹətɪv/ /pəˈdʒɔɹəɾɪv/

A disparaging, belittling, or derogatory word or expression.

"Calling someone "lazy" is often used as a pejorative to criticize their work ethic. "

broadcasts noun

/ˈbrɔdkæsts/ /ˈbrɔdkɑːsts/

A transmission of a radio or television programme intended to be received by anyone with a receiver.

"The school's announcements are broadcast every morning over the intercom. "

understanding verb

/ʌndəˈstandɪŋ/ /ˌʌndəɹˈstændɪŋ/

To grasp a concept fully and thoroughly, especially (of words, statements, art, etc.) to be aware of the meaning of and (of people) to be aware of the intent of.

"The teacher patiently explained the math problem, and the students were able to understand the steps involved. "

intentionally adverb

/ɪnˈtɛnʃənəli/ /ɪnˈtɛnʃənli/

In an intentional manner; on purpose.

"The student intentionally missed the first few days of school to avoid the difficult math test. "