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SENSATIONALISM Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word sensationalism. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word sensationalism. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for SENSATIONALISM

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sensualism
nounn
noun

• desire for sensual pleasures

• (philosophy) the ethical doctrine that feeling is the only criterion for what is good

empiricism
nounn
noun

• (philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge derives from experience

• the application of empirical methods in any art or science

• medical practice and advice based on observation and experience in ignorance of scientific findings

luridness
nounn
noun

• the journalistic use of subject matter that appeals to vulgar tastes

• unnatural lack of color in the skin (as from bruising or sickness or emotional distress)

• the quality of being ghastly

empiricist philosophy
nounn
noun

• (philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge derives from experience

Best Hypernyms For SENSATIONALISM

Here is a list of related hypernyms for sensationalism, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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content journalese message substance
Phrases (3)
philosophical doctrinephilosophical theorysubject matter

Alternatives for SENSUALISM

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