Phrase guide

hit piece

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A published article or post aiming to sway public opinion, especially by presenting false or biased information in a way that appears objective and truthful.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: journalism, media

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: slam piece, hatchet job, hit job

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

9 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: häväistyskirjoitus — journalistical attack
  • German: Schmähschrift — journalistical attack
  • German: Hetzschrift — journalistical attack
  • German: Schmutzkampagne — journalistical attack
  • German: Verleumdungskampagne — journalistical attack
  • German: Hetzkampagne — journalistical attack
  • German: Artikel zur Stimmungsmache — journalistical attack
  • Polish: atak medialny — journalistical attack
  • Spanish: ataque periodístico — journalistical attack