fake news
definitions
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False or misleading information presented as news, often created to influence political views or for financial gain through clicks.en: False or misleading information presented as news, often created to influence political views or for financial gain through clicks.
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A derogatory term used to dismiss or discredit legitimate journalistic reporting that is perceived as biased or unfavorable.en: A derogatory term used to dismiss or discredit legitimate journalistic reporting that is perceived as biased or unfavorable.
examples
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Social media platforms are struggling to combat the spread of fake news.
Social media platforms are struggling to combat the spread of fake news.
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The politician dismissed the investigative report as fake news.
The politician dismissed the investigative report as fake news.