manipulated video

[mə-ˈni-pyə-ˌlā-təd ˈvi-dē-ō]
nounpl: manipulated videos
vídeo manipulado
1. a video recording that has been altered, edited, or fabricated to misrepresent reality or deceive viewers
The manipulated video spread rapidly on social media, causing widespread confusion.
O vídeo manipulado se espalhou rapidamente nas redes sociais, causando confusão generalizada.
2. video content created through digital editing techniques to distort, remove, or add elements not originally present
Investigators determined the viral clip was a manipulated video created using deepfake technology.
Os investigadores determinaram que o clipe viral era um vídeo manipulado criado usando tecnologia deepfake.
3. footage intentionally altered to present false information or misleading narrative
The news outlet apologized for broadcasting what turned out to be a manipulated video.
O veículo de notícias se desculpou por transmitir o que se mostrou ser um vídeo manipulado.
In both Brazil and the USA, manipulated videos have become a significant concern in discussions about media literacy and misinformation. The term gained prominence with the rise of deepfake technology and social media sharing. In Brazil, there's growing awareness campaigns by organizations combating disinformation, particularly around election periods. The issue is increasingly relevant in legal and journalistic contexts in both countries.
NYC Slang
deepfake, fake news video, doctored clip
Synonyms / Sinônimos
deepfakeedited videofabricated videodoctored footagesynthetic mediafalse videofake videoaltered footage
Antonyms / Antônimos
authentic videogenuine footageoriginal videounedited videoraw footage

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vídeo manipulado
standard term used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
vídeo fake / vídeo manipulado
common colloquial usage alongside formal term
São Paulo
vídeo manipulado / vídeo editado
business and media sector frequently uses this term
Portugal
vídeo manipulado / vídeo falso
formal and informal usage both common

Related Words

deepfakevideo editingmisinformationsynthetic mediadigital forgeryvideo authenticationmedia literacydisinformation

Related Idioms & Phrases

to fall for a manipulated video
to spread a manipulated video
to debunk a manipulated video
vídeo manipulado circula nas redes
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