Editorial

usgb/ˌedɪˈtɔːriəl/
noun

An article in a newspaper that expresses the opinion of the editors or publishers.

The newspaper published an editorial criticizing the government's handling of the economy.
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Often appears as...

  • write an editorial
  • read an editorial
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Opinion Oriented

Editorials are not fact reports; they represent the views of the publication's editors.

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The editorial on tax reforms clearly reflected the paper's conservative stance.
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Newspaper's Voice

Editorials provide insight into the newspaper's stance on current issues.

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The editorial echoed the newspaper's call for educational reform.
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Subjectivity Expected

Expect editorials to use persuasive language to influence public opinion.

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Her editorial employed strong language to sway voters.
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