social media:cancel culture

The tendency for people to act emotionally and irrationally as part of a group.

The act of publicly expressing opinions mainly to show moral superiority rather than create change

The act of removing someone’s access to an audience, especially on social media or public forums.

A strong negative reaction from the public, often sudden and widespread.

The ability to recognise complexity rather than viewing issues as purely right or wrong.

A process in which someone regains public approval after acknowledging past mistakes and changing.

The right to express opinions without censorship or restraint.

The expectation that individuals are responsible for their actions and should face consequences.

The practice of publicly withdrawing support from a person or organisation after they are seen to have acted offensively or unacceptably.

To publicly criticise someone for harmful or offensive behaviour.

The act of humiliating someone openly, usually online, for perceived wrongdoing.

Exclusion from social or professional groups as punishment.