journalist
UK: ˈdʒɜː.nə.lɪst | US: ˈdʒɝː.nə.lɪst
n. a person who writes or reports news for newspapers, magazines, television, or radio
n. a professional who investigates and presents information as news
The word "journalist" emerged in the late 17th century, combining "journal" (a daily record of events) with the agent suffix "-ist." It reflects the profession's focus on documenting and reporting daily news. The Latin root dies (day) underscores the temporal nature of journalism, historically tied to periodic publications like newspapers.
The journalist interviewed the mayor about the new policy.
She aspired to become an investigative journalist.
The journalist’s article exposed corruption in the local government.
Many journalists work under tight deadlines.
The award-winning journalist published a book on climate change.