noun
- Plural of journalese; the characteristic style, language, or jargon used by journalists, often marked by clichés, sensationalism, and formulaic phrasing.
Usage: Usually used as a mass noun or in plural form to refer to multiple instances or varieties of journalistic language; Often used critically to describe overused or exaggerated journalistic conventions
Examples
- The article was filled with journaleses like 'breaking news' and 'sources say.'
- Critics complained that the report relied too heavily on journaleses rather than clear, direct language.
- Different news outlets develop their own journaleses and stylistic habits.
- The editor warned reporters against using tired journaleses in their stories.
- Journaleses such as 'allegedly' and 'reportedly' appear frequently in news coverage.