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Vocabulary for IELTS (General) - The Media

Here you will learn some English words about the media, such as "appear", "editorial", "journalism", etc. that are needed for the IELTS exam.

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Words for General IELTS
to announce

to make plans or decisions known by officially telling people about them

Ex: She has announced her resignation , surprising everyone in the office .
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to appear
to appear
[Verb]

to become visible and noticeable

Ex: Suddenly , a figure appeared in the doorway , silhouetted against the bright light behind them .
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to broadcast

to use airwaves to send out TV or radio programs

Ex: The internet radio station is broadcasting music from various genres 24/7 .
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to contribute

to give something, especially money or goods, in order to achieve a goal or help a cause

Ex: Employees were encouraged to contribute ideas for improving workplace efficiency .
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editorial
editorial
[Adjective]

relating to an article that expresses opinions or perspectives, especially in newspapers or magazines

Ex: Editorial commentary was included throughout the issue .
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journalism

the body of newspapers, magazines, and other news media collectively

Ex: Innovations in journalism include multimedia storytelling .
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news agency

an organization that gathers news stories for newspapers, TV, or radio stations

Ex: The news agency’s report was picked up by newspapers around the world .
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panel
panel
[noun]

a group of people with special skills or knowledge who have been brought together to discuss, give advice, or make a decision about an issue

Ex: The panel's recommendations will help shape the new regulations .
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piece
piece
[noun]

a work of art or literature created for expression or presentation

Ex: Each piece in the anthology was unique .
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to present

(of a producer or company) to offer a show or exhibition to the general public

Ex: The science center often presents interactive workshops and demonstrations to engage visitors of all ages .
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rating
rating
[noun]

a measurement of how good, popular or important etc. someone or something is

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to sponsor

to cover the costs of a project, TV or radio program, activity, etc., often in exchange for advertising

Ex: The brand sponsors a popular TV show , showcasing its products during commercial breaks .
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to censor
to censor
[Verb]

to remove parts of something such as a book, movie, etc. and prevent the public from accessing them for political, moral, or religious purposes

Ex: During wartime , newspapers were often censored to prevent the release of sensitive information .
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circulation

the total number of copies of a newspaper or magazine distributed, including both sales and delivery to readers

Ex: The report compared the circulation figures of two dailies .
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columnist
columnist
[noun]

a journalist who regularly writes articles on a particular subject for a newspaper or magazine

Ex: He is a sports columnist who analyzes games and player performances .
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commentary

a series of explanations or critiques that offer insights or interpretations on a subject or text

Ex: The teacher ’s commentary on the essay provided valuable feedback for improvement .
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endorsement

a statement, especially by someone famous, as a form of advertisement claiming they are approved of a product

Ex: The car manufacturer used a famous actor 's endorsement in their latest commercial .
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network
network
[noun]

a group of TV or radio stations broadcasting the same program at the same time in different places

Ex: The sports event was covered by the network, allowing fans everywhere to watch it .
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readership

the number of people who read a particular magazine, newspaper, or book on a regular basis

Ex: The editors strive to cater to their readership's interests by featuring a variety of content in each issue .
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reception
reception
[noun]

the quality or the act of receiving radio, television or cellphone signals

Ex: The radio station has great reception in this part of the country .
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to subscribe

to pay some money in advance to use or receive something regularly

Ex: He subscribed to the newspaper to get the latest issues delivered.
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pilot
pilot
[noun]

a TV or radio program made to see how the audience react and whether it should be made into a series

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channel
channel
[noun]

a TV station that broadcasts different programs

Ex: Television networks compete for viewership by offering exclusive programs and innovative channel packages .
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commercial

an advertisement broadcast on TV or radio

Ex: The local car dealership aired a commercial offering special discounts and financing options.
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documentary

a movie or TV program based on true stories giving facts about a particular person or event

Ex: The wildlife documentary showcased the beauty of nature .
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episode
episode
[noun]

one part of a series of a radio or TV show

Ex: The radio show 's host introduced the guest for the evening 's episode, promising an insightful discussion on current events and politics .
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headline
headline
[noun]

the large words in the upper part of a page of a newspaper, article, etc.

Ex: As soon as the headline was published , social media exploded with reactions from readers around the world .
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viewer
viewer
[noun]

an individual who watches content, such as videos, TV programs, or live streams, through traditional broadcasting channels or digital platforms

Ex: The channel analyzed viewer ratings to decide on future programming.
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podcast
podcast
[noun]

a digital audio program that is available for download or streaming on the Internet, typically produced in a series format covering a wide range of topics

Ex: The podcast covers politics , culture , and social issues .
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soap opera

a TV or radio show, broadcast regularly, dealing with the routine life of a group of people and their problems

Ex: The characters ' struggles in the soap opera feel so real and relatable to many viewers .
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current affairs

important social or political events that are happening and are covered in the news

Ex: The magazine publishes insightful articles on current affairs each week .
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human interest

the aspect of a story in the media that the audience can relate to because it describes people's lived experiences, feelings, etc.

Ex: The magazine featured a human interest article about a family who rebuilt their home after a natural disaster .
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backstory
backstory
[noun]

the events that have happened to a character before their story in a book, movie, etc. begins

Ex: The video game 's immersive storyline included optional quests that allowed players to uncover hidden aspects of the protagonist 's backstory.
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on-air
on-air
[Adjective]

being broadcast on TV or radio

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off-air
off-air
[Adjective]

not being broadcast on TV or radio

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