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Movie

UK /["/ˈmuːvi/"]/US /["/ˈmuːvi/"]/

Definition

a series of moving pictures recorded with sound that tells a story, watched at a movie theater or on a television or other device

In simple words: A film that tells a story and is shown in a theater or on TV.

Examples

  • I watched a great movie last night.
  • The movie begins at 7 PM, don't be late!
  • Let's go to the movie theater this weekend.
  • She likes to watch a movie before going to bed.
  • He is making a documentary movie about wildlife.

Usage notes

Used in both casual and formal settings. Can refer to various types of films including dramas, comedies, etc. In some contexts, 'film' might be seen as slightly more formal.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'move' plus 'ee' - movies make you move through emotions!

Collocations

  • fun
  • good
  • great
  • catch
  • see
  • view
  • be based on something
  • be called something
  • be entitled something
  • actor
  • actress
  • director
  • movie about

Synonyms

  • film

Antonyms

  • book
  • play
  • documentary

Common mistakes

  • 'Movie' is often confused with 'film,' although 'film' can sometimes imply a more artistic work.
  • Some learners use 'movies' as a singular noun, while the correct form is 'movie.'
  • 'Movie' is sometimes incorrectly used in place of 'show' when referring to theater performances.