Journalist

usgb/ˈdʒɜːrnəlɪst/
noun

A person who prepares news to be broadcast or published.

The journalist spent weeks investigating the story for her newspaper.
Visual representation of "journalist" - A person who prepares news to be broadcast or published.

Often appears as...

  • investigative journalist
  • broadcast journalist
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Investigative Nuance

Journalists often spend a long time uncovering information, implying a depth to their stories.

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The journalist won an award for her in-depth investigation.
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Broader than News

Journalists don't only report current events but may also write on various topics.

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The journalist published a piece on climate change.
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Active Seekers

A journalist actively searches for news stories, unlike someone merely reporting.

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The journalist hunted for the truth behind the scandal.
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