Meaning of the word "brain rot" in English

What does "brain rot" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

brain rot

US /ˈbreɪn rɑt/
UK /ˈbreɪn rɒt/

Noun

a state of mental deterioration or intellectual decline, often attributed to excessive consumption of low-quality media or lack of intellectual stimulation

Example:
Spending all day scrolling through social media can lead to serious brain rot.
Some critics argue that reality TV shows contribute to widespread brain rot among viewers.