perpetuated Definition
made something, typically an undesirable situation or an unfounded belief, continue indefinitely.
Using perpetuated: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "perpetuated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The myth of the Loch Ness Monster has been perpetuated by sensationalist media.
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The cycle of poverty is perpetuated by systemic inequality.
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The false idea that vaccines cause autism is perpetuated by misinformation on social media.
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Summary: perpetuated in Brief
The verb 'perpetuated' [pəˈpɛtʃueɪtɪd] means to make something, usually an undesirable situation or an unfounded belief, continue indefinitely. It is often used in the context of systemic issues and misinformation. Examples include 'The cycle of poverty is perpetuated by systemic inequality' and 'The false idea that vaccines cause autism is perpetuated by misinformation on social media.'
