IELTS Vocabulary: Media and Communication
Vocabulary for discussing journalism, advertising, and media influence in IELTS.
15 words — Band 6 to Band 8+
Band 6Band 6 Vocabulary
broadcast
To transmit a program by radio or television
“The news was broadcast to millions of viewers.”
censorship
The suppression of information deemed objectionable
“Internet censorship restricts access to information.”
journalism
The activity of reporting news
“Investigative journalism holds governments accountable.”
circulation
The number of copies sold of a publication
“Newspaper circulation has declined with digital media.”
viral
Spreading rapidly online
“The video went viral within hours of being posted.”
Band 7Band 7 Vocabulary
propaganda
Biased information used to promote a viewpoint
“Propaganda was widely used during the election campaign.”
sensationalism
Presenting stories to provoke public interest
“Media sensationalism can distort public perception.”
impartial
Treating all sides equally; unbiased
“Journalists should strive to provide impartial reporting.”
tabloid
A newspaper with short articles and many pictures
“Tabloid newspapers often prioritize celebrity gossip.”
editorial
An article expressing the editor's opinion
“The editorial criticized the government's education policy.”
Band 8+Band 8+ Vocabulary
disinformation
Deliberately false information
“Disinformation campaigns undermine democratic processes.”
syndicate
To publish content simultaneously in multiple outlets
“The article was syndicated across national newspapers.”
rhetoric
The art of persuasive speaking or writing
“Political rhetoric often oversimplifies complex issues.”
disseminate
To spread information widely
“Social media can disseminate news instantly.”
corroborate
To confirm or support with evidence
“Multiple sources corroborated the journalist's findings.”
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