communication
UK: kəˌmjuː.nɪˈkeɪ.ʃən | US: kəˌmjuː.nəˈkeɪ.ʃən
n. the act or process of exchanging information, ideas, or feelings
n. a message, letter, or announcement
n. the means of connection between people or places (e.g., telecommunications)
Derived from Latin communicare ("to share, impart"), which stems from communis ("common"). The morpheme commun reflects the core idea of shared understanding, while -ication transforms the verb into a noun denoting the process or result. The word evolved through Old French comunicacion before entering Middle English, retaining its focus on collective exchange.
Effective communication is essential in teamwork.
The letter served as their only communication during the war.
Modern communication relies heavily on digital technology.
Nonverbal communication includes gestures and facial expressions.
The satellite enables global communication.