Zombification
noun
The process of being turned into or behaving like a zombie, often characterized by loss of consciousness or autonomy.
The zombification of the audience due to mindless social media scrolling is a growing concern.
Usage tips
Neutral
cultural zombification,media zombification,social zombification
noun
The process of being turned into or behaving like a zombie, often characterized by loss of consciousness or autonomy.
The zombification of the audience due to mindless social media scrolling is a growing concern.
Usage tips
Neutral
cultural zombification,media zombification,social zombification
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphorical Usage
In some contexts, 'zombification' is used metaphorically to describe a loss of critical thinking.
When people rely solely on social media for news, they may experience a form of zombification.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
The term carries a negative connotation, suggesting a degradation of thought and personal autonomy.
His zombification during the lecture was evident as he stared blankly at the screen.
Pro Tip 3/3Caution in Usage
Be careful when using 'zombification' in discussing individuals; it may offend or dehumanize.
Referring to a group’s zombification could come off as dismissive and derogatory.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphorical Usage
In some contexts, 'zombification' is used metaphorically to describe a loss of critical thinking.
When people rely solely on social media for news, they may experience a form of zombification.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
The term carries a negative connotation, suggesting a degradation of thought and personal autonomy.
His zombification during the lecture was evident as he stared blankly at the screen.
Pro Tip 3/3Caution in Usage
Be careful when using 'zombification' in discussing individuals; it may offend or dehumanize.
Referring to a group’s zombification could come off as dismissive and derogatory.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphorical Usage
In some contexts, 'zombification' is used metaphorically to describe a loss of critical thinking.
When people rely solely on social media for news, they may experience a form of zombification.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
The term carries a negative connotation, suggesting a degradation of thought and personal autonomy.
His zombification during the lecture was evident as he stared blankly at the screen.
Pro Tip 3/3Caution in Usage
Be careful when using 'zombification' in discussing individuals; it may offend or dehumanize.
Referring to a group’s zombification could come off as dismissive and derogatory.
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