journalistic - Master This Word
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journalistic Word Meanings
- relating to journalism
- pertaining to news reporting
- characteristic of a journalist's style
journalistic Example Sentences
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journalistic Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˌdʒɜː.nəˈlɪs.tɪk/
US
/ˌdʒɜrnəˈlɪstɪk/
journalistic Word Etymology
journalistic: journal + -istic; from Latin 'diurnalis' (daily) → Old French 'journal' → English. Imagine a journalist sitting at a desk filled with papers, capturing the essence of daily events to share with the world.
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.
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Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputReal Context
Journalistic describes anything related to journalism or to the craft and style of reporting. In English, it often modifies nouns like 'tone', 'ethics', or 'style' to signal a connection to the newsroom world: concise, fact-focused writing that emphasizes accuracy, sourcing, and clarity. It does not imply praise or critique by itself, but it can describe a voice that reads as if it was produced by a professional journalist. The word appears in phrases like 'journalistic integrity', 'journalistic standards', or 'journalistic approach'. Learners should note that 'journalistic' is more about the field and methods than about personal opinions. It complements nouns rather than replacing everyday adjectives such as 'editorial' or 'reportorial'.
Usage Reminders
- Use with nouns like journalistic integrity, journalistic standards, journalistic tone.
- Mind common collocations: journalistic ethics, journalistic style, journalistic reporting.
- Distinguish from journalist (person) and journalism (field).
- Prefer formal contexts (media studies, newsroom discussions).
- Avoid applying to non-newswriting contexts unless clearly about media work.
- Check reputable sources to confirm factual framing when describing journalism.
Common Misconceptions
- It describes a person (the journalist) rather than a style or standard.
- It means the opposite of 'editorial' or personal opinion.
- It applies to all kinds of writing, not just news reporting.
- Confusing it with 'journalist' or 'journalism'.
- It is only used in formal or academic contexts.
Thinking Differences
Explain to an English speaker (meta, keep short)
Learning Tips
- Collocate with common phrases: journalistic integrity, journalistic standards, journalistic tone.
- Differentiate from journalist (person) and journalism (field).
- Practice describing media work or newsroom practices using journalistic language.
- Spot and memorize natural collocations in reputable outlets.
- Read sample articles and note where 'journalistic' appears.
- Use in formal writing about media ethics and reporting.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'journalistic'?
A.Related to newspapers
B.Related to journals
C.Related to diaries
D.Related to novels
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence uses 'journalistic' correctly?
A.He kept a journalistic diary of his travels.
B.She wrote a journalistic article for a fashion magazine.
C.Their journalistic relationship was based on trust.
D.The novel had a journalistic plot.
Step 3: Similar Words
What is a synonym for 'journalistic'?
A.Literary
B.Journalistic
C.Editorial
D.Fictional
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'journalistic'?
A.Artistic
B.Informal
C.Journalistic
D.Professional
Step 5: Mastery
In what real-life context would you use the word 'journalistic'?
A.Painting a landscape
B.Writing an article for a newspaper
C.Cooking a meal
D.Playing a musical instrument
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