C2 Level Wordlist - Media

Here you will learn all the essential words for talking about Media, collected specifically for level C2 learners.

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C2 Level Wordlist

an electronic device that displays the script for people who are speaking in public, or on television

Ex: The actor struggled to memorize his lines , so the director decided to use a teleprompter during filming .

an earlier copy of a magazine or a newspaper

Ex: I subscribed to the online archive service to access back issues of academic journals for my research .
gazette [noun]

an official journal or newspaper that contains serious information about decision making and policies, published by an organization

Ex: The official gazette of the government contains announcements , regulations , and official notices .
organ [noun]

a newspaper, periodical, or magazine published by a particular group or organization to promote their views

Ex: The religious organization 's organ features articles on spiritual teachings , community events , and charitable activities .
byline [noun]

a line that gives the writer's name, usually at the beginning or end of a column

Ex: The byline identifies the author of the article , giving readers insight into the person behind the words .
canard [noun]

a baseless and made-up story or news report created to mislead people

Ex: The politician 's opponents accused him of spreading canards about his opponent 's personal life to discredit her campaign .
write-up [noun]

a written account in a newspaper to review a book, performance, or event

Ex: The teacher provided detailed write-ups of each student 's progress and areas for improvement in their quarterly reports .

a separate section, usually in the form of a colored magazine, sold with a newspaper

Ex: Many newspapers offer a weekly arts and culture supplement showcasing reviews of books , movies , and theater performances .
stringer [noun]

a journalist who is not an employee of a newspaper, but who supplies stories for that newspaper from time to time

Ex: Stringers often work irregular hours , attending events and conducting interviews as needed to meet deadlines .

the most recent and important news that is added to a newspaper at the last moment before printing or after the start of the printing process, especially as a heading

Ex: The stop press announcement informed readers about a last-minute change to the schedule of the upcoming event .
sidebar [noun]

a brief piece in a newspaper printed next to the main article, providing additional information

Ex: A sidebar column offers readers a different perspective on current events , written by a guest columnist .
scoop [noun]

a piece of news reported by a news agency sooner than other media channels or newspapers

Ex: Being the first to report on the breaking story , the reporter scored a journalistic scoop that garnered widespread attention .
roundup [noun]

a summary of the most significant news

Ex: The editor compiled a weekly roundup of local news highlights to keep readers informed about community events and developments .
rave [noun]

an enthusiastic article published in a magazine or newspaper about a particular film, book, etc.

Ex: The newspaper 's feature article on the local charity received raves for its heartfelt portrayal of the organization 's impact on the community .
lede [noun]

the first sentence or paragraph of a news story, presenting the most significant aspects of the story

Ex: A strong lede is essential for hooking readers and encouraging them to continue reading the rest of the article .
op-ed [noun]

a section in the newspaper that contains personal opinions about the news and feature articles, opposite the editorial page

Ex: Submitting an op-ed to a newspaper is a way for individuals to share their opinions and insights on important issues with a broader audience .
offprint [noun]

an article that has been separately published as a piece in a magazine or newspaper

Ex: Researchers often request offprints of articles from academic journals to cite in their own work .
obituary [noun]

an article or report, especially in a newspaper, published soon after the death of a person, typically containing details about their life

Ex: The family requested that donations be made to a charitable organization in lieu of flowers , as noted in the obituary .

a report, article, etc. that aims to bring down someone by presenting forged facts

Ex: The investigative journalist uncovered evidence suggesting that the hit piece was part of a smear campaign orchestrated by the opposing political party .

a person, newspaper, or organization that represents the views of another person, a government, etc.

Ex: The activist group sought to find a media outlet willing to act as a mouthpiece for their cause and raise awareness about their campaign .
masthead [noun]

the title of a magazine or newspaper at the top of the first page

Ex: The design team updated the masthead to reflect the publication 's new logo and branding .

the investigative practice of exposing corruption, scandals, or societal injustices through aggressive journalism

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a type of content that combines information and entertainment

Ex: Some critics argue that infotainment trivializes important issues .

the trend of canceling traditional cable or satellite TV subscriptions in favor of streaming services or other digital media options

Ex: Cable companies are facing increasing competition due to cord-cutting , prompting them to offer alternative streaming options .

the storytelling techniques extending a narrative across multiple platforms, such as movies, television shows, books, and video games, creating a cohesive experience for audiences

Ex: Fans of the series eagerly engaged with the transmedia , exploring additional storylines and character backgrounds through novels , comics , and online content .
to blaze [verb]

to announce news, in a way and manner that it gets a lot of attention

Ex: The investigative journalist blazed the exposé on government corruption , sparking public outrage and calls for accountability .
to carry [verb]

(of a television, radio network, or newspaper) to broadcast or publish something, or to include specific information in a report

Ex: Tomorrow 's edition of the newspaper will carry an in-depth analysis of the political summit .
tell-all [adjective]

(of a book, an interview, etc.) including shocking information, revealed by an individual, usually a celebrity

Ex: The tabloid magazine published a tell-all interview with the former employee , revealing secrets about their time working for the company .