journalism
JURN-lih-zuhm
Journalism (noun) means the work of gathering, writing, and publishing news for the public. Example: “Good journalism checks its facts carefully before a story is published.”
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The work of gathering, writing, and publishing news for the public.
"Good journalism checks its facts carefully before a story is published."
"She studied journalism before joining the local newspaper."
"Investigative journalism uncovered the scandal."
How to use journalism
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe profession and practice of reporting news.
Common pairings
investigative journalism
a career in journalism
citizen journalism
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Etymology
From French journalisme, built from journal + the suffix -ism.
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Rhymes for journalism
realism
fatalism
idealism
globalism
socialism
vandalism
federalism
radicalism
capitalism
liberalism
surrealism
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Frequently asked questions
What does “journalism” mean?
The word “journalism” means the work of gathering, writing, and publishing news for the public. In plain terms, the profession and practice of reporting news.
How do you pronounce “journalism”?
“Journalism” is pronounced JURN-lih-zuhm (/ˈd͡ʒɝnl̩ˌɪzəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “journalism” in a sentence?
Here is “journalism” used in a sentence: “She studied journalism before joining the local newspaper.”
What part of speech is “journalism”?
“Journalism” is a noun.
Where does the word “journalism” come from?
The word “journalism” comes from French. From French journalisme, built from journal + the suffix -ism.
Is “journalism” a common word?
“Journalism” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between journalism and reporting?
Reporting is the act of gathering facts and describing events, which is one part of journalism. Journalism is the wider practice that also includes writing, editing, and publishing news for the public.
What is the difference between journalism and public relations?
Journalism aims to inform the public by gathering and publishing news as accurately as possible. Public relations aims to promote and protect the image of a person or organization, so the two have different goals even when both involve writing.
What is the difference between journalism and media?
Media is a broad term for all channels that carry information, including entertainment and advertising. Journalism is specifically the work of gathering, writing, and publishing news, making it one purpose that media can serve.
What is citizen journalism?
Citizen journalism is news gathering and reporting done by members of the public rather than trained professionals. It still involves collecting information and sharing it publicly, but the people doing it are not employed as journalists.
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