Quote:
tab·loid (tāb'loid') Pronunciation Key
n. A newspaper of small format giving the news in condensed form, usually with illustrated, often sensational material.
adj.
In summary form; condensed.
Lurid or sensational.
Quote:
sen·sa·tion·al
–adjective
1. producing or designed to produce a startling effect, strong reaction, intense interest, etc., esp. by exaggerated, superficial, or lurid elements: a sensational novel.
2. extraordinarily good; conspicuously excellent; phenomenal: a sensational quarterback.
3. of or pertaining to the senses or sensation