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Numberative
(noun)
- A number stripped of context and weaponized into a narrative, usually for political or rhetorical effect.
- A number that pretends to be data but is actually just a prop for an agenda.
(noun)
- A number stripped of context and weaponized into a narrative, usually for political or rhetorical effect.
- A number that pretends to be data but is actually just a prop for an agenda.
- “The senator’s claim that crime is up 200% was just a numberative — it went from 2 cases to 6.”
- “‘Many are saying’ is the ultimate numberative. No denominator, no data, just vibes.”
- “Don’t fall for their numberatives. Ask for the denominator.”
- “‘Many are saying’ is the ultimate numberative. No denominator, no data, just vibes.”
- “Don’t fall for their numberatives. Ask for the denominator.”
by Neologisman November 26, 2025
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