sensationalism

noun

(philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge derives from experience

(philosophy) the ethical doctrine that feeling is the only criterion for what is good

the journalistic use of subject matter that appeals to vulgar tastes

subject matter that is calculated to excite and please vulgar tastes

Roots

sentiosens- · Latin · feel

Synonyms for sensationalism

luridnessn tawdrinessn emotionalismn meretriciousnessn melodramaticsadj hyperbolen flashinessn histrionicsn blatancyn pompousnessn

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Where does sensationalism come from?

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