Wikiality

B2 16+
  • Frequency of Use
    15 %
  • Retention Rate
    30 %
  • Complexity
    40 %
  • Wikiality Meanings

    noun a term coined by comedian Stephen Colbert to describe the phenomenon where something becomes true because it appears on Wikipedia

    Fields related to wikiality

    Politics

    Wikiality can be seen in political discourse where truth can be manipulated or distorted by appealing to popular belief rather than objective reality.

    Media Studies

    Wikiality is a term coined by Stephen Colbert to describe the concept of truth being determined by consensus rather than facts in the context of media and information dissemination.

    Internet Culture

    Wikiality reflects the influence of online platforms like Wikipedia in shaping public perception and knowledge.

    Satire

    Wikiality is often used in satire to highlight the absurdity of relying on popular opinion rather than verifiable information.

    Occupation Usage of wikiality

    Writer

    Writers may use 'wikiality' as a concept to explore the blurring lines between truth and fiction in their work, or to comment on the prevalence of misinformation in society.

    Psychologist

    Psychologists may use 'wikiality' in discussions about cognitive biases, particularly confirmation bias and the tendency to believe information that aligns with one's preexisting beliefs, even if it is not factual.

    Journalist

    Journalists may use 'wikiality' when reporting on the spread of fake news or the challenges of verifying information in the digital age.

    Academic Researcher

    Academic researchers may use 'wikiality' as a case study in studies on information literacy, critical thinking, or media literacy.

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