B2adjective formal 2K

Editorial

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌedɪˈtɔːriəl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌedɪˈtɔːriəl/"]/

Meaning of Editorial

connected with the task of preparing something such as a newspaper, a book or a television or radio programme, to be published or broadcast

In simple words: An article or statement giving opinions on a topic.

Editorial in a sentence

• the magazine’s editorial staff
• Some debates in Parliament are shown live and are outside editorial control.
• The paper follows an editorial policy that puts great emphasis on foreign news.
• an editorial decision

How to use Editorial

Use 'editorial' in formal contexts, like newspapers or journals. It's not suitable for casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

editorial + (on/about) topic

Memory hint

Think of 'edit' + 'orial' — it's about giving opinions in edited articles.

Related words

Collocations with Editorial

• write an editorial
• read an editorial
• editorial section
• editorial board
• editorial opinion

Synonyms for Editorial

• opinion piece
• commentary
• article
• essay
• review

Opposites of Editorial

• noneditorial
• unbiased
• objective
• neutral

Common mistakes with Editorial

• Confused with 'editor', which refers to a person who edits.
• Using it in informal settings where opinion pieces aren't typical.
• Not recognizing that 'editorial' can refer to both a noun (the piece itself) and an adjective (related to such a piece).

Frequently asked questions about Editorial

What does Editorial mean?

An article or statement giving opinions on a topic.

What is the definition of Editorial?

connected with the task of preparing something such as a newspaper, a book or a television or radio programme, to be published or broadcast

How do you use Editorial in a sentence?

the magazine’s editorial staff

Can you give another example of Editorial?

Some debates in Parliament are shown live and are outside editorial control.

What are synonyms for Editorial?

Common alternatives include opinion piece, commentary, article, essay, review.

What is the opposite of Editorial?

Opposite meanings include noneditorial, unbiased, objective, neutral.

What words go with Editorial?

It commonly pairs with write an editorial, read an editorial, editorial section, editorial board, editorial opinion.

What are common mistakes when using Editorial?

Confused with 'editor', which refers to a person who edits. Using it in informal settings where opinion pieces aren't typical. Not recognizing that 'editorial' can refer to both a noun (the piece itself) and an adjective (related to such a piece).

How do you pronounce Editorial?

US: /["/ˌedɪˈtɔːriəl/"]/, UK: /["/ˌedɪˈtɔːriəl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Editorial formal or informal?

"Editorial" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Editorial?

Use 'editorial' in formal contexts, like newspapers or journals. It's not suitable for casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Editorial?

"Editorial" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.