Linktrigue

Ænglish

Noun

linktrigue (plural linktrigues)

1. A complex web of linked information which stimulates the link-follower into further investigation by hinting at patterns and offering tantalising resolutions within the next few links but rarely provides a complete resolution to the enquiry thread.

   "He'll be caught in that linktrigue for days."

Verb

to linktrigue

1. To create a series of links for the specific purpose of capturing an individual in a fascination loop.

Related terms

• time investment inertia
• sunk costs dilemma