mythmaking

/ˈmɪθmeɪkɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

the act or process of creating or disseminating myths or false ideas about someone or something

“The politician’s team was accused of mythmaking to distract from the economic crisis.”

2. verb

to create or disseminate myths or false ideas about someone or something

“The media was criticized for mythmaking about the celebrity’s personal life.”

Synonyms

  • misinformation
  • propaganda
  • spin

Antonyms

  • fact-checking
  • truth-telling