brain rot
The term "brain rot" is often used informally to criticize activities or media that are believed to degrade mental sharpness or cognitive function.
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Definition
C1General
(derogatory, informal)The decline of cognitive abilities and common sense due to excessive consumption of trivial or low-quality content.
Example
- Watching too much reality TV can lead to brain rot.
- Spending hours on mindless internet browsing gives me brain rot.
C1Media Critique
(derogatory, informal)Content believed to offer little intellectual or artistic value, negatively impacting those who consume it.
Example
- That show is pure brain rot; it's just designed for quick entertainment.
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