Cognovine

A pseudo-intellectual who prides themselves on being “informed” by mainstream sources and never questions the official story. The cognovine believes they’re thinking critically by adhering to popular media narratives, while dismissing anyone who dares to look beyond the surface as a “conspiracy theorist” or “uneducated.” Unaware of their own lack of depth, they’ll be the first to shut down conversations that challenge the groupthink they rely on.

“Any time you suggest an alternative view, Mike rolls his eyes and spouts whatever the news just said. He’s such a cognovine—thinks he’s smarter than everyone who questions things.”
“Linda read one article and now thinks anyone who disagrees with the official story is delusional. Total cognovine behavior.”
"Despite his confidence in his unconventional views, his ideas seemed carefully crafted to align with the in-crowd—he was a classic cognovine."

Cognovine by MrCireously November 3, 2024