false message
[/fɔːls ˈmɛsɪdʒ/]
nounpl: false messages
mensagem falsa
1. A communication that contains incorrect, misleading, or fabricated information intended to deceive the recipient
The false message about the company's bankruptcy spread rapidly on social media.
A mensagem falsa sobre a falência da empresa se espalhou rapidamente nas redes sociais.
2. Misinformation or disinformation transmitted through written, verbal, or digital means
He received a false message claiming he had won the lottery.
Ele recebeu uma mensagem falsa afirmando que havia ganho na loteria.
3. A fake or fraudulent communication, often used in phishing or scam operations
The false message asked customers to verify their bank account details.
A mensagem falsa pediu que os clientes verificassem os dados de sua conta bancária.
In Brazil, the term 'mensagem falsa' has become increasingly prominent due to concerns about misinformation on WhatsApp and social media platforms. The phrase is frequently used in public awareness campaigns about fake news and digital literacy. In the USA and English-speaking contexts, 'false message' is often associated with phishing scams, cybersecurity threats, and misinformation campaigns, particularly in discussions about data privacy and online safety.
NYC Slang
fake message / BS message / phishing scam
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