SENSATIONALISMS
(noun)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Sensationalisms.
Sensationalisms - as a noun
Subject matter that is calculated to excite and please vulgar tastes
The journalistic use of subject matter that appeals to vulgar tastes
Example: "The tabloids relied on sensationalism to maintain their circulation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
luridness10(philosophy) the ethical doctrine that feeling is the only criterion for what is good
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sensualism12(philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge derives from experience
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
empiricism18empiricist philosophyHypernyms (Closely Related)
philosophical doctrinephilosophical theoryHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Some journalists are accused of using sensationalisms to attract more readers."
"The newspaper's headlines were filled with sensationalisms."
"It is important to separate factual news from sensationalisms."
"The article was written with unnecessary sensationalisms."
"The journalist's reputation suffered due to the use of sensationalisms."
Word Game Points
Is SENSATIONALISMS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sensationalisms is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SENSATIONALISMS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is SENSATIONALISMS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sensationalisms is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSENSATIONALISMS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is SENSATIONALISMS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sensationalisms is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSENSATIONALISMS has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
