#truculent

[thefaiao]

I made these for a friend's zine, we decided to draw a few Hylics enemies for fun. And it was!

[daily-cool-words]

Today's word of the day is...

Truculent

[Adjective]

Definition: Quick to argue/fight.

Example Sentence: Rich was known as a truculent youth.

[7rlol]

The internet is a circus, and trolls are the main act. They thrive on chaos. They feed on your anger. But here’s the kicker: the media loves them too. Why? Because rage sells.

Trolls use a technique called “rage-baiting.” It’s simple. They say something outrageous. Something that makes your blood boil. You react. You share. You comment. And the cycle continues. The more you engage, the more they win.

Media outlets know this. They see the clicks. They see the shares. They see the profit. So, they cover trolls. They amplify their voices. They give them a platform. And in doing so, they seem to agree with them. They validate them.

But here’s the thing. You have the power to stop it. Don’t take the bait. Don’t give them your attention. Your time is precious. Spend it wisely.

Next time you see a troll, pause. Think. Is this worth my energy? Is this worth my time? If not, scroll on. Ignore them. Starve them of the attention they crave.

Remember, the media thrives on your rage. Don’t give it to them. Choose where you focus your attention. Choose wisely.

Explanation of Technique Used:

The trolling technique used here is “rage-baiting.” This involves making provocative statements designed to elicit a strong emotional response, particularly anger, from the audience. The goal is to provoke engagement, such as comments and shares, which increases visibility and can lead to viral spread. The post explains how media outlets profit from this engagement, as it drives traffic and revenue. By highlighting the mechanics of rage-baiting, the post aims to empower readers to recognize and resist these tactics, encouraging them to be more mindful of where they direct their attention.

[zou-pa]

[kvotheunkvothe]

Artober day 23: truculent

[a-lil-perspective]

Wrecker: Woah, you’re being a little—

Tech: Obstreperous? Recalcitrant? Truculent?

Wrecker: I was going to say “cray-cray”.

[spankymerve]

truculent (adj.): truck-like, reminiscent of a truck

[themancorialist]

Parsonage Gardens, Manchester.