1984: A Glossary of Totalitarian Slang
Welcome to the Ministry of Truth's official glossary of terms and phrases commonly used in our glorious society!
Big Brother
A euphemistic term for the all-knowing and all-powerful leader of Oceania. Often used to refer to the telescreens that watch your every move.
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The ability to hold two or more contradictory ideas in your mind simultaneously, without ever realizing the cognitive dissonance. A skill mastered by all Party members.
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A dialect of the English language developed by the Party to make complex ideas seem simple and innocuous. Often used in propaganda and thoughtcrime prevention.
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