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gaslit

[ gas-lit ]

adjective

  1. having illumination provided by burning gas:

    gaslit streets.

  2. of or resembling a time, especially the 1890s, when gaslight was widely used:

    the gaslit era.



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Word History and Origins

Origin of gaslit1

First recorded in 1830–40; gas + lit 1
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Example Sentences

We yearn for the dopamine hit of a good deal, but at the same time feel gaslit by retailers that aren’t transparent about their pricing policies.

From Slate

We also know Russia invaded Ukraine, not the other way around; hundreds of millions of people around the world have seen the videos and won’t be gaslit, despite Trump’s shameless lies.

From Salon

He contacted Morrisons' head office, but said he felt "gaslit" by their response.

From BBC

I believe that we have been gaslit by polling firms.

From Salon

"They go years with chronic pain - being gaslit, being told that maybe they just are suffering with anxiety, or it’s all in their head."

From BBC

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