SENSATIONALIST Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

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

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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

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensationalist

sensational

Adjective

So, if true, the sensational claims would undermine a core privacy feature of WhatsApp.

— Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 5 May 2026
Messi had assisted on Miami’s first two goals — by Ian Fray and Telasco Segovia — and then scored on a sensational strike of his own, seemingly setting Miami on its way to an easy three points.

— Avi Creditor, New York Times, 3 May 2026