A2verb1K

Communicate

UK /["/kəˈmjuːnɪkeɪt/","/kəˈmjuːnɪkeɪts/","/kəˈmjuːnɪkeɪtɪd/","/kəˈmjuːnɪkeɪtɪŋ/"]/US /["/kəˈmjuːnɪkeɪt/","/kəˈmjuːnɪkeɪts/","/kəˈmjuːnɪkeɪtɪd/","/kəˈmjuːnɪkeɪtɪŋ/"]/

Definition

to share or exchange information, news, ideas, feelings, etc.

In simple words: To share information or ideas with others.

Examples

  • It's important to communicate your ideas clearly to others.
  • They fail to communicate effectively during meetings.
  • We need to communicate more often about our plans.
  • You can communicate with your friends using text messages.
  • It's hard to communicate when there is a language barrier.

Usage notes

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Can refer to spoken, written, or non-verbal communication. Avoid in very casual situations where simpler words might be more effective.

Grammar pattern

communicate + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'com-munication' where 'com' means together and 'munication' sounds like a mission to share ideas.

Collocations

  • clearly
  • effectively
  • successfully
  • by
  • through
  • to

Synonyms

  • convey
  • relay
  • discuss
  • share
  • express

Antonyms

  • conceal
  • withhold
  • silence

Common mistakes

  • Using 'communicate' without an object (e.g., 'I communicate' instead of 'I communicate my ideas').
  • Confusing 'communicate' with 'communicative' which has a different meaning.
  • Incorrectly conjugating the verb in different tenses.