Media and publishing – English vocabulary
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34 English words with meanings: anthology, billboard, copy, docudrama, eponymous… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.
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- anthology /æn'θɑ:lədʒi/ (noun) — a collection of selected pieces of writing, music, or art
Example:She bought an anthology of short stories.
Synonyms: collection, compilation, selection - billboard /'bɪl,bɔ:rd/ (noun) — A large sign used to advertise something outdoors.
Example:The billboard advertised the new movie.
Synonyms: advertising sign, poster, outdoor ad - copy /'kɒpi/ (noun) — the written text of an article or advertisement
Example:The copy needs to be checked for errors.
Synonyms: text, written material - docudrama /'dɒk.ju,drɑ:.mə/ (noun) — a film or show that mixes true events with acted scenes
Example:We watched a docudrama about the war.
Synonyms: docufilm, dramatized documentary - eponymous /ɪ'pɒnɪməs/ (adjective) — named after the person, place, or thing it is connected with
Example:The eponymous hero appears in the title role.
Synonyms: name-giving, title-based - Hansard /'hænzɑ:rd/ (noun) — the official written record of what is said in parliament
Example:The speech is recorded in Hansard.
Synonyms: official record, parliamentary record, transcript - issue a press statement /'ɪʃu: ə prɛs 'steɪtmənt/ (phrase) — to send an official statement to the press
Example:The minister issued a press statement after the meeting.
Synonyms: announce, declare, release - journal /'dʒɜ:rnəl/ (noun) — a daily record of events, thoughts, or news
Example:She writes in her journal every night.
Synonyms: diary, log, record - junk mail /'dʒʌŋk meɪl/ (noun) — unwanted advertising messages sent by mail or email
Example:My inbox is full of junk mail.
Synonyms: spam, unsolicited mail - launch party /lɔ:ntʃ 'pɑ:rti/ (phrase) — a party to celebrate the start of a new product or project
Example:The company held a launch party for its new app.
Synonyms: product launch, opening party - leader /'li:dər/ (noun) — the main article that gives the newspaper's opinion
Example:The leader argued for higher taxes.
Synonyms: editorial, lead article, opinion piece - leaflet /'li:flət/ (noun) — a small printed sheet with information or advertising
Example:They gave us a leaflet about the new clinic.
Synonyms: brochure, flyer, handout - logbook /'lɔ:ɡbʊk/ (noun) — a book used to record events, trips, or work details
Example:The captain wrote the trip in the logbook.
Synonyms: record book, journal, log - media /'mi:diə/ (noun) — the news and communication systems like TV, radio, newspapers, and websites
Example:The media reported the event all day.
Synonyms: news media, press, broadcast media - media attention /'mi:diə ə'tɛnʃən/ (phrase) — special interest from reporters and news organizations
Example:The case attracted media attention.
Synonyms: public attention, press interest, spotlight - media coverage /'mi:diə 'kʌvərɪdʒ/ (phrase) — news reports about a person, event, or topic
Example:The event received wide media coverage.
Synonyms: news coverage, press coverage, reporting - media hype /'mi:diə haɪp/ (phrase) — a lot of excited and exaggerated publicity
Example:The launch was surrounded by media hype.
Synonyms: publicity, buzz, promotion - media interest /'mi:diə 'ɪntrəst/ (phrase) — attention that newspapers, TV, and websites give to something
Example:The scandal quickly gained media interest.
Synonyms: press interest, attention, coverage - media reports /'mi:diə rɪ'pɔrts/ (phrase) — news accounts written or shown by newspapers, TV, or websites
Example:Media reports said the flight was delayed.
Synonyms: news reports, coverage, accounts - muck-raking /'mʌk,reɪkɪŋ/ (noun) — journalism that exposes hidden wrongdoing, often in a harsh way
Example:The article was accused of muck-raking.
Synonyms: investigative journalism, exposé, scandal reporting - newsletter /'nju:z,lɛtər/ (noun) — a regular printed sheet with news for members or customers
Example:I read the company newsletter this morning.
Synonyms: bulletin, news sheet, update - newsworthy /'nju:z,wɜ:rði/ (adjective) — interesting enough to be reported in the news
Example:The accident was newsworthy and appeared on the evening news.
Synonyms: notable, reportable - obituary /,oʊbɪ'tju:əri/ (noun) — A newspaper notice that tells about a person's death and life.
Example:The obituary described her life and achievements.
Synonyms: death notice, obit, death announcement - online journalism /,ɒn'laɪn 'dʒɜ:nəlɪzəm/ (noun) — news work published on websites and digital platforms
Example:Online journalism reaches readers instantly.
Synonyms: digital journalism, web journalism - pamphlet /'pæmflet/ (noun) — A small booklet with information about a topic or product.
Example:The pamphlet explains how the program works.
Synonyms: booklet, brochure, leaflet - paparazzi /,pæpə'rætsi/ (noun) — photographers who chase famous people for private pictures
Example:The paparazzi followed the actor to the hotel.
Synonyms: tabloid photographers, photojournalists - plug (v.) /plʌɡ/ (verb) — To promote or advertise something strongly.
Example:The actor plugged his new movie on TV.
Synonyms: promote, advertise, publicize - press conference /'prɛs ,kɒnfərəns/ (noun) — a meeting where officials answer questions from reporters
Example:The minister held a press conference after the meeting.
Synonyms: news conference, media briefing - press release /prɛs rɪ'li:s/ (phrase) — An official statement sent to the media with news.
Example:The company sent out a press release about the merger.
Synonyms: official statement, news release, media statement - print journalism /prɪnt 'dʒɜ:nəlɪzəm/ (noun) — news work printed in newspapers and magazines
Example:Print journalism is still popular with older readers.
Synonyms: newspaper journalism, magazine journalism
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