Rage-baiting is a manipulative online tactic used to intentionally provoke outrage and strong emotional reactions from users. The primary goal is to increase internet traffic, online engagement, revenue, and support for the content creator. This is achieved through the use of inflammatory headlines, memes, tropes, or comments designed to elicit angry responses. By manipulating users into reacting emotionally, rage-baiting can be financially beneficial for those employing such tactics, attracting subscribers, followers, and other forms of support.
Oxford University Press declared 'rage bait' as its Word of the Year 2025. The term beat out other contenders like 'mansplaining'. The selection reflects the prevalence of online content designed to provoke strong reactions.
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