Editorial
Example: The article uses an editorial tone to express strong opinions
Definition
"Editorial" refers to a type of article or piece in a newspaper or magazine that expresses the opinions or viewpoints of the editor or publisher rather than presenting objective news. It often aims to persuade readers or comment on current events or issues.
Etymology
The word "editorial" originates from the Latin word 'editorialis,' relating to an editor. It came into English usage in the 19th century, initially meaning something pertaining to editors or editing. Did you know? The term evolved to specify opinion pieces in newspapers, reflecting the editor's voice rather than neutral reporting.
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"Editorial" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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