TROLLING Meaning and
Definition
-
Trolling, in the context of internet culture, refers to the deliberate act of posting inflammatory, offensive, or provocative messages or comments with the intention of inciting strong emotional responses or disrupting online discussions. A troll is someone who engages in trolling behavior, often seeking to provoke others and create chaos or conflict within online communities.
Trolling can take various forms, including but not limited to: making derogatory or offensive remarks, spreading false information, engaging in personal attacks, or intentionally derailing a conversation. Trolls often hide behind anonymity or pseudonyms to protect their identity and amplify their disruptive activities. They thrive on the attention and reactions they receive from their targets and are generally motivated by a desire to illicit negative emotions or manipulate others for their own amusement.
However, it is important to distinguish between trolling and genuine criticism or debate. While legitimate criticism aims to stimulate productive discussion and offer alternative perspectives, trolling is characterized by its intention to provoke and offend. Trolls frequently employ aggressive language, sarcasm, or absurd arguments to confuse or anger others. Their ultimate goal is to disrupt the flow of meaningful conversation and disturb the online community's harmony.
Online platforms and communities have established mechanisms to combat trolling, such as moderation, user reporting systems, or warning and banning measures. Additionally, users are advised to exercise caution, not to engage with trolls, and block or ignore their activities to minimize the impact of trolling behavior.
-
Rolling; driving about; fishing with a rod and reel.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for TROLLING
Etymology of TROLLING
The word "trolling" originates from the early days of online communities and forums. It is believed to have derived from fishing terminology. When fishing, a person would move their bait or lure through the water in an attempt to provoke or catch fish. Similarly, in online contexts, "trolling" refers to a person deliberately provoking or baiting others to elicit emotional responses or disrupt discussions. So, the term "trolling" was applied metaphorically to describe this behavior in online interactions. However, it is important to note that the exact origin and evolution of the term are debated, and different theories exist.
Similar spelling words for TROLLING
Conjugate verb Trolling
CONDITIONAL
I
would troll
we
would troll
you
would troll
he/she/it
would troll
they
would troll
FUTURE
I
will troll
we
will troll
you
will troll
he/she/it
will troll
they
will troll
FUTURE PERFECT
I
will have trolled
we
will have trolled
you
will have trolled
he/she/it
will have trolled
they
will have trolled
PAST
I
trolled
we
trolled
you
trolled
he/she/it
trolled
they
trolled
PAST PERFECT
I
had trolled
we
had trolled
you
had trolled
he/she/it
had trolled
they
had trolled
PRESENT
I
troll
we
troll
you
troll
he/she/it
trolls
they
troll
PRESENT PERFECT
I
have trolled
we
have trolled
you
have trolled
he/she/it
has trolled
they
have trolled
I
am trolling
we
are trolling
you
are trolling
he/she/it
is trolling
they
are trolling
I
was trolling
we
were trolling
you
were trolling
he/she/it
was trolling
they
were trolling
I
will be trolling
we
will be trolling
you
will be trolling
he/she/it
will be trolling
they
will be trolling
I
have been trolling
we
have been trolling
you
have been trolling
he/she/it
has been trolling
they
have been trolling
I
had been trolling
we
had been trolling
you
had been trolling
he/she/it
had been trolling
they
had been trolling
I
will have been trolling
we
will have been trolling
you
will have been trolling
he/she/it
will have been trolling
they
will have been trolling
I
would have trolled
we
would have trolled
you
would have trolled
he/she/it
would have trolled
they
would have trolled
I
would be trolling
we
would be trolling
you
would be trolling
he/she/it
would be trolling
they
would be trolling
I
would have been trolling
we
would have been trolling
you
would have been trolling
he/she/it
would have been trolling
they
would have been trolling
Infographic
Add the infographic to your website:
