post-truth
/ˈpoʊst trʊθ/Describing circumstances where objective facts have less influence on public opinion than appeals to emotion and personal belief.
The rise of social media has accelerated the spread of post-truth narratives.
This means that social media often amplifies emotionally charged messages over factual ones.
The term gained prominence after the 2016 U.S. presidential election and Brexit referendum.
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💡Pro Tip
Usage Context
Use 'post-truth' to describe situations where emotions override facts, especially in political or media discussions.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Misuse
Do not use 'post-truth' to describe situations where facts are simply ignored; it refers to a broader cultural shift.
📖Word Origin
Coined in the 1990s but popularized in the 2010s, combining 'post-' (after) and 'truth' to describe a shift in public discourse.
📝Usage Notes
Often used in discussions about media, politics, and social psychology to describe a cultural shift away from fact-based reasoning.