Fake news

/fˈeɪk njˈuːz/

/fˈeɪk nˈuːz/

[noun]

Fake news

[NOUN]

a piece of news that is not true or confirmed

Examples

1. In today's world of fake news and misinformation, it's more important than ever to believe nothing of what you hear, and only half of what you see.

2. Despite the lack of evidence, many people continue to believe in conspiracy theories and fake news, demonstrating how the wish is father to the thought and how people can be influenced by their desires and beliefs.

3. Pre-crime is fake news.

4. Satire is fake news.