adj, noun ·5 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   One who indulges in sensational behavior or action.
2. 2
   someone who uses exaggerated or lurid material in order to gain public attention wordnet
3. 3
   One who believes or espouses the philosophy of sensationalism.

Adjective

1. 1
   Sensationalistic; tending to sensationalize; characterized by sensationalism (the use of exaggerated or lurid material in order to gain public attention).

   "Near-synonym: clickbait"

Synonyms

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adherentballyhoo artistclickbaitphilosopher

Example

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"Only sensationalist authors would claim that Berbers originate from Yemen."

Etymology

From sensational + -ist.

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