Sensationalism Definition & Meaning
sensationalism
- noun
- subject matter that is calculated to excite and please vulgar tastes
- the journalistic use of subject matter that appeals to vulgar tastes; "the tabloids relied on sensationalism to maintain their circulation"
- (philosophy) the ethical doctrine that feeling is the only criterion for what is good
- (philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge derives from experience
"Sensationalism" in song lyrics
See how sensationalism is used in real songs:
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"Columbine high school reunion sensationalism"
Algorithm — Suffer Great Nation -
"violence, sensationalism"
Saul Williams — Penny for a Thought
Words that rhyme with sensationalism
Usage tips for "sensationalism"
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