Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Fake news is intentionally false or misleading information presented as news to deceive the public. It often aims to influence political views or stir up controversy by spreading disinformation.
False or inaccurate information spread without malicious intent, often due to misunderstanding or error.
Echo Chamber: A situation where beliefs are amplified or reinforced by communication and repetition inside a closed system, isolating them from rebuttal