clickbait

Meanings

• noun

  content that is designed to attract clicks on a headline, often by exploiting curiosity, emotion, or sensationalism

  - "The article's clickbait title promised a shocking revelation, but the content was disappointing."
  - "Social media platforms are criticized for promoting clickbait content to increase user engagement."

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Synonyms

link bait

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with clickbait
hate , mate , fate , gate

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Variants

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clickbait

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Etymology

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derived from 'click' (to navigate by clicking) + 'bait' (something used to attract)

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Trivia

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1. The term 'clickbait' was first used in 2006 in a blog post about online advertising.

2. Some studies suggest that clickbait headlines can lead to a phenomenon called 'clickbait fatigue', where users become desensitized to the tactic and are less likely to click on subsequent headlines.

3. In 2014, the website Upworthy apologized for using clickbait headlines and promised to focus on more substantive content.

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Related Concepts

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1. sensational journalism: a journalistic style that emphasizes emotional appeals and sensationalism to attract readers or viewers

2. native advertising: advertising that matches the look, feel, and function of the media format in which it appears

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Culture

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Clickbait has become a significant aspect of digital media, particularly in social media and online advertising. It is often used to generate revenue through clicks, but can also be used to spread misinformation and manipulate public opinion.

How to Memorize "clickbait"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a headline that grabs your attention with bold fonts, bright colors, and a promise of something shocking or intriguing. Visualize the feeling of clicking on the headline, only to find out that the content does not live up to the hype.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'clickbait' with sensationalism, manipulation, and misinformation. Remember that it is often used to generate clicks and revenue, rather than to provide accurate or valuable information.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym C.L.I.C.K.B.A.I.T. to remember the meaning: Curiosity-Luring Intentionally Clicks Baiting And Intriguing Text.

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