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There is only one thing in the world worse than being talked about, and that is not being talked about.
"There is only one thing in the world worse than being talked about, and that is not being talked about."— Oscar Wilde
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Meaning of this quote
Lord Henry presents attention as preferable even when it is unflattering. The epigram reveals the social value his character assigns to being noticed.
Key takeaway:
Examine why recognition matters before seeking it at any cost.
Origin of the quote
The Picture of Dorian Gray (1891), Chapter I, Lord Henry.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedThe sentence is traceable as dialogue in the novel. It is not a neutral rule that all publicity is beneficial.
