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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Obvious plagiarism” is a rare card of the Cancel & Dramas pack, number 19 of the collection, and the 41st best-known meme of its 117 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Obvious plagiarism” meme mean?
This phrase conveys strong criticism towards intellectual theft that lacks any attempt at concealment. It expresses disbelief and disdain for such crude appropriation of others' work. The sentiment is one of shock at the sheer audacity or negligence involved in copying without subtlety.
Where does the “Obvious plagiarism” meme come from?
The factual origin dates back to September 2, 2022, when the ethics committee of École polytechnique issued an unanimous verdict concerning Idriss Aberkane's thesis. Benoît Deveaud, former committee president, confirmed that nearly all forty-seven pages of Chapter XIII reused documentation from a software freely available on the internet since 2015. The jury labeled this plagiarism as "obvious" and "gross," recommending the annulment of the degree. While the phrase stems from this official report, the exact origin of its visual meme format remains unknown in available sources.
- 2022Polytechnique's ethics committee issues its unanimous verdict on September 2.
How to use the “Obvious plagiarism” meme
- Use this term to criticize a content reuse that is too literal in a professional debate.
- Cite this specific case to illustrate academic vigilance limits against massive copying.
- Use the phrase as a sarcastic response when an imitation severely lacks originality.
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The “Obvious plagiarism” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 019 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Cancel & Dramas pack |
| Fame | 74/100 · #41 of 117 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Obvious plagiarism” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Obvious plagiarism comes out of the Cancel & Dramas pack as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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Frequently asked questions
What is obvious plagiarism Polytechnique?
It refers to the classification given by the ethics committee to Idriss Aberkane's work, judged to be massively copied from free software documentation.
Who is Idriss Aberkane?
He is a controversial researcher whose thesis was annulled after a jury noted significant borrowings from free computer documentation.
When was the decision made?
The verdict was rendered unanimously on September 2, 2022, by the school's ethics body.
How do I get the Obvious plagiarism meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Obvious plagiarism” is a rare card of the Cancel & Dramas pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Obvious plagiarism card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Thèse d'Idriss Aberkane à Polytechnique : "Le plagiat est ... - L'Express · La thèse d’Idriss Aberkane à Polytechnique? Un cas de plagiat «évident», pour le comité d’éthique de l’école - Le Temps · Idriss Aberkane et L'Accusation De Plagiat : La Vérité Derrière Les Allégations | Géopolitique Profonde · checked on October 7, 2026.
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