review bomb
The term "review bomb" describes a coordinated effort to flood a product, service, or media with negative reviews, often to express disapproval or manipulate perception.
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Definition
C1Internet
(informal, slang)A coordinated effort where many users post negative reviews online to harm the reputation of a product, service, or media.
Example
- The new game was review bombed because of its controversial storyline.
- Fans decided to review bomb the movie due to the casting choices.
C1Social Media
(informal, slang)Posting a large number of negative reviews online, often as a protest against specific issues rather than the overall quality.
Example
- The app was review bombed after the latest update introduced unpopular changes.
- Users review bombed the restaurant's page in response to a viral video.