broadcast - Master This Word
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broadcast Word Meanings
- to transmit a program by radio or television
- to spread or scatter widely
- a transmission over a wide area
broadcast Example Sentences
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broadcast Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈbrɔːd.kɑːst/
US
/ˈbrɔd.kæst/
broadcast Word Etymology
Root decomposition: broad- = wide, cast = to throw. Historical origin: Old English. Memory image: Imagine casting a wide net into the sea to catch fish, or spreading seeds across a field to grow many plants; broadcasting originates from the idea of spreading something over a large area.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I reach for the remote, move my hand, and turn the dial to a program. I push the button, hold for a beat, and feel the screen light up. The sound grows and shifts through the room as I adjust the volume and picture. I sense the moment as more than a switch—it's a small act of letting something travel outward, a ripple that reaches far beyond this room.
Real Context
Broadcast mainly means to transmit a program by radio or television and can also refer to spreading information over a wide area. As a noun it denotes the transmission itself, and as a verb it means to send out content to many people. The etymology comes from broad meaning wide and cast meaning throw, from Old English roots. A vivid memory image is casting a wide net or seeds to cover a large field. In modern usage broadcast covers traditional media as well as online streaming and live events, and it can be used in formal or informal contexts depending on the setting.
Usage Reminders
- - Use broadcast for formal media like TV and radio or broader dissemination
- - Use broadcast to describe a program or a message being spread widely
- - Distinguish between the verb broadcast and noun a broadcast by context
- - Be aware of modern online broadcasting as well as traditional radio TV
- - Avoid overusing during informal writing when you mean a casual sharing
Common Misconceptions
- Broadcast only refers to radio and TV, not online streaming
- Broadcast and publish are interchangeable in all contexts
- A broadcast is always a live event
- Broadcast means spreading rumors or lies
- Noun and verb forms are always used identically
Thinking Differences
English learners tend to see broadcast primarily as mass media. Some may confuse broadcast with publish or spread, or think broadcast always means live. The noun form often appears in journalism contexts, while the verb is common in media planning and online publishing.
Learning Tips
- 1. Practice both verb and noun forms in media contexts
- 2. Listen to broadcasts and identify usage in context
- 3. Note the difference between live and recorded broadcasts
- 4. Compare broadcast with other diffusion verbs like publish and spread
- 5. Use online streaming examples to extend the sense
- 6. Watch news programs to see broadcast in action
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'broadcast'?
A.To cook
B.To swim
C.To transmit
D.To plant
Step 2: Usage
In which of the following sentences is 'broadcast' used correctly?
A.She broadcasted the news on the radio.
B.He broadcast a net to catch fish.
C.We broadcasted seeds in the garden.
D.The company broadcasted a live event on TV.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is a synonym of 'broadcast'?
A.Confine
B.Spread
C.Conceal
D.Hide
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'broadcast'?
A.Collect
B.Conceal
C.Receive
D.Gather
Step 5: Mastery
In which real-life context would you hear the word 'broadcast'?
A.During a radio show
B.At a grocery store
C.At a swimming pool
D.At a construction site
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