sensationalized

[US]/sɛnˈseɪʃənəlaɪzd/
[UK]/sɛnˈseɪʃənəlaɪzd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to cause a strong emotional reaction or interest; to present information in a way that provokes public excitement

Phrases & Collocations

sensationalized news

sensationalized story

sensationalized report

sensationalized claims

sensationalized headlines

sensationalized media

sensationalized coverage

sensationalized events

sensationalized facts

sensationalized drama

Example Sentences

many news outlets sensationalized the story to attract more viewers.

critics argue that the documentary sensationalized the events for dramatic effect.

her book sensationalized the realities of life in the city.

some politicians sensationalized the issue to gain public support.

the media often sensationalizes crime stories to boost ratings.

his comments sensationalized the situation, causing unnecessary panic.

they sensationalized the celebrity's life to sell more magazines.

documentaries should not sensationalize the facts but present them accurately.

when news is sensationalized, it often leads to misinformation.

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