Fact checking
Example: Fact checking verifies accuracy of information before publication
Definition
"Fact checking" is the process in journalism of verifying the accuracy and truthfulness of information before publication to ensure that reported facts are correct and reliable, preventing the spread of misinformation and maintaining credibility.
Etymology
The term "fact checking" originates from the combination of 'fact,' derived from Latin 'factum' meaning 'something done or performed,' and 'checking,' from Old English 'ceċċian,' meaning to examine or inspect. The phrase became popular in journalism in the mid-20th century as a formal step to verify information accuracy before publishing.
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"Fact checking" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Journalism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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