distorted reporting

[dɪˈstɔːrtɪd rɪˈpɔːrtɪŋ]
nounpl: distorted reportings
reportagem distorcida
1. The presentation of information or news in a way that misrepresents facts, omits important details, or presents a biased perspective
The distorted reporting of the election results caused public confusion and mistrust in the media.
A reportagem distorcida dos resultados eleitorais causou confusão pública e desconfiança na mídia.
2. News coverage that deliberately or negligently twists facts to support a particular narrative or agenda
Activists criticized the distorted reporting that failed to mention the environmental impact of the project.
Ativistas criticaram a reportagem distorcida que não mencionou o impacto ambiental do projeto.
In contemporary Brazilian and American media discourse, 'distorted reporting' has become increasingly prominent in political debates, particularly regarding accusations of bias by major news outlets. The term reflects growing concerns about media credibility and the distinction between intentional misinformation and unintentional bias in journalism.
NYC Slang
fake news, spin, BS reporting
Synonyms / Sinônimos
misreportingbiased reportingfalse reportingslanted coveragemisleading journalism
Antonyms / Antônimos
accurate reportingfair reportingobjective journalismtruthful coveragehonest reporting

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reportagem distorcida
Standard term used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
notícia deformada
Alternative colloquial usage in local media criticism
São Paulo
cobertura enviesada
Commonly used in academic and media circles
Portugal
relato distorcido
Portuguese variant using 'relato' instead of 'reportagem'

Related Words

misinformationdisinformationfake newssensationalismjournalistic integrityfact-checkingmedia bias

Related Idioms & Phrases

spin the story
twist the truth
bury the lede
paint a false picture
muddy the waters
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