Infodemic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Infodemic is a noun meaning (informal) An excessive amount of information concerning a problem such that the solution is made more difficult.
Meaning
(informal) An excessive amount of information concerning a problem such that the solution is made more difficult.
More Meanings
- (informal) A wide and rapid spread of misinformation.
- Relating to infodemiology.
Example Sentences
But his inclination to prioritise free speech over moderation would soon become a flashpoint with a White House trying to battle a so-called “infodemic” of online conspiracies about the disease and the vaccine.
Word Forms
- infodemics
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include infobesity, infoxication, hyperinformation, infowhelm, infoglut, infostress.
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