Editorializing

/ˌɛdɪˈtɔːriəlaɪzɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The present participle form; the act of inserting personal opinions into reporting or communication that should remain neutral.

Etymology

Present participle of 'editorialize,' formed by adding '-ing' to show ongoing action. This form emphasizes the continuous or habitual nature of the practice.

Kelly Says

Movie critics are literally paid for editorializing—they're supposed to give their opinions about films—but Wikipedia editors are strongly discouraged from editorializing because the goal is neutral information.

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