journalism

UK: ˈdʒɜː.nə.lɪ.zəm | US: ˈdʒɝː.nə.lɪ.zəm

Definition
  1. n. the activity or profession of writing, editing, or producing news content for newspapers, magazines, or broadcast media.

  2. n. the style or content of news reporting, often evaluated for accuracy and objectivity.

Structure
journal <daily record>ism <practice or system>
Etymology

The word "journalism" derives from the French word journal (meaning "daily"), which itself comes from Latin diurnalis (from dies, "day"). The suffix -ism denotes a practice or system, reflecting the structured nature of news reporting. Originally tied to daily record-keeping, the term evolved in the 18th century to describe the profession of news dissemination, emphasizing regularity and timeliness.

Examples
  1. She pursued a career in journalism to uncover truth and inform the public.

  2. Ethical journalism requires fact-checking and unbiased reporting.

  3. The rise of digital platforms has transformed modern journalism.

  4. His investigative journalism exposed widespread corruption.

  5. Critics argue that sensationalism undermines the integrity of journalism.