Synonyms of sensationalist

sensationalist

adjective

as in sensational

arousing a strong and usually superficial interest or emotional reaction

a sensationalist daytime talk show featuring an endless parade of freaks

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sensational
• screaming
• sensationalistic
• juicy
• colorful
• lurid
• theatrical
• gee-whiz
• dramatic
• catchpenny
• shocking
• suggestive
• melodramatic
• racy
• histrionic
• catchy
• gory
• vulgar
• coarse

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• innocuous
• inoffensive
• tame
• nonsensational
• proper
• restrained
• dignified
• formal

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sensationalist

But times have changed, and this team of buffoons is forced to grapple with changing industry ethics and sensationalist journalism in its transition, all while Ron faces an identity crisis that challenges his bravado, his massive ego. — Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025