A verificação factual
Example: A verificação factual dos dados é essencial para o jornalismo confiável.
Definition
"A verificação factual" refers to the process of carefully examining and confirming the accuracy of information or data, especially in journalism, to ensure that reported facts are true and reliable before publication or dissemination.
Etymology
The phrase "a verificação factual" comes from Portuguese, where "verificação" means verification or checking, derived from Latin 'verificare' meaning to confirm truth, and "factual" relates to facts, coming from Latin 'factum' meaning deed or fact. Did you know? The concept emphasizes the importance of truth in journalism, crucial for trustworthy reporting.
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