editorial

[ˌedɪˈtɔːriəl]

editorial Definition

an article in a newspaper or magazine that expresses the opinion of the editor, or the editorial staff, on a particular issue or topic.

Using editorial: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "editorial" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The newspaper's editorial criticized the government's decision.

  • Example

    The magazine's editorial discussed the importance of climate change.

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    The editorial argued for stricter gun control laws.

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    The editorial page is where you can find the opinions of the newspaper's editors.

editorial Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for editorial

Phrases with editorial

  • a group of people who are responsible for the content and opinions of a newspaper or magazine

    Example

    The editorial board decided to endorse the Democratic candidate for mayor.

  • the main editorial in a newspaper or magazine, usually printed on the first page

    Example

    The lead editorial in today's newspaper discusses the recent increase in crime rates.

  • a cartoon that expresses the opinion of the cartoonist or the editorial staff on a particular issue or topic

    Example

    The editorial cartoon in yesterday's newspaper made fun of the president's latest tweet.

Origins of editorial

from French 'éditorial', from 'éditeur' meaning 'publisher'

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Summary: editorial in Brief

An 'editorial' [ˌedɪˈtɔːriəl] is an article in a newspaper or magazine that expresses the opinion of the editor or editorial staff on a particular issue or topic. It is a form of commentary, analysis, or review, often found on the editorial page. 'Editorial' extends into phrases like 'editorial board,' referring to the group responsible for the content and opinions of a publication, and 'lead editorial,' the main editorial in a newspaper or magazine.

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