Obviously we were not prepared for the many new concepts introduced in the 2016 US Presidential Election (and in its wake.) Here are a few definitions of altered reality and public statements, opinions, and official positions that may help clear up the confusion: alternative fact (noun) (oxymoron) 1.) An imaginary “fact” created by a severing of the link between fact and reality. 2.) Fictional data invented to support an untenable claim. See also:LIE, factrum, bullsh*t(n) f