1. plural of parajournalism; forms of communication or content creation that resemble journalism in style or format but lack the editorial standards, fact-checking, or professional accountability of traditional news media.
Usage: academic/media studies term; often used critically to describe online content, blogs, or social media posts that mimic journalistic presentation

Examples

• The rise of parajournalisms on social media has blurred the line between news and opinion.
• Many parajournalisms lack the rigorous fact-checking standards of established news organizations.
• Scholars debate whether parajournalisms can serve a legitimate role in modern information ecosystems.
• The proliferation of parajournalisms has made it harder for readers to distinguish credible reporting from speculation.
• Some parajournalisms offer valuable local coverage that traditional outlets have abandoned.