journalistic
Journalistic (adjective) means relating to journalism or the style typical of journalists. Example: “The report was written with a journalistic tone, sticking closely to the facts.”
How to use journalistic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving to do with journalism or written in the clear, fact-focused style of news reporting.
Word forms
more journalistic comparative, most journalistic superlative
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The report was written with a _____ tone, sticking closely to the facts.
Etymology
From journal + -istic (“adjective”). Also parsed directly as journalist + -ic (“adjective”), also used in sense of related journalism (having to do with journalism).
Rhymes for journalistic
Frequently asked questions
What does “journalistic” mean?
The word “journalistic” means relating to journalism or the style typical of journalists. In plain terms, having to do with journalism or written in the clear, fact-focused style of news reporting.
How do you pronounce “journalistic”?
“Journalistic” is pronounced jur-nuh-LIHS-tihk (/ˌd͡ʒɜː(ɹ)nəˈlɪstɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “journalistic” in a sentence?
Here is “journalistic” used in a sentence: “The report was written with a journalistic tone, sticking closely to the facts.”
What part of speech is “journalistic”?
“Journalistic” is an adjective.
Is “journalistic” a common word?
“Journalistic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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