broadcaster
6 synonyms for broadcaster, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who presents programs on radio or television.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use broadcaster
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
public broadcaster
news broadcaster
sports broadcaster
Etymology
Formed from broadcast (“to transmit a message or signal through radio waves or electronic means”) and the agent-noun suffix -er.
Full origin of broadcaster →Frequently asked questions
What does “broadcaster” mean?
The word “broadcaster” means a person who presents programs on radio or television. In plain terms, either a person who presents radio or TV shows, or the company that runs a radio or TV station.
How do you pronounce “broadcaster”?
“Broadcaster” is pronounced BRAWD-kahs-tuh (/ˈbɹɔdˌkæstɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “broadcaster” in a sentence?
Here is “broadcaster” used in a sentence: “She has worked as a broadcaster for over twenty years.”
What part of speech is “broadcaster”?
“Broadcaster” is a noun.
Is “broadcaster” a common word?
“Broadcaster” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “broadcaster” have?
“Broadcaster” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who presents programs on radio or television.
What is the difference between a broadcaster and a presenter?
A broadcaster can refer either to a person who presents programs on radio or television, or to the company that produces and transmits those programs. "Presenter" specifically means the on-air person, so it overlaps with only one of the two meanings of broadcaster.
What is the difference between a broadcaster and a network?
A broadcaster, in its organizational sense, is a company that produces and transmits radio or television programs, which makes it very close in meaning to a network. In practice, "network" often emphasizes the distribution system or group of affiliated stations, while "broadcaster" more broadly names the organization behind the content.
Can "broadcaster" refer to a company as well as a person?
Yes. "Broadcaster" has two related senses: it can mean an individual who presents programs on air, or the company or organization that produces and transmits those programs. Which meaning applies usually depends on context, such as "a veteran broadcaster" versus "a national broadcaster."
