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Journal

UK /["/ˈdʒɜːnl/"]/US /["/ˈdʒɜːrnl/"]/

Definition

a newspaper or magazine that deals with a particular subject or profession

In simple words: A book where you write your thoughts and experiences.

Examples

  • She keeps a journal where she writes her thoughts and experiences daily.
  • His journal is filled with sketches and reflections from his travels.
  • The scientific journal published the latest research findings on climate change.
  • Many educators encourage students to write in a journal to enhance their writing skills.
  • Her journal entries reveal her emotional journey over the past year.
  • He decided to start a journal to track his fitness progress.

Usage notes

Use 'journal' to refer to personal writing. It's neutral, so it’s appropriate in most situations. Avoid using it in very formal contexts like academic papers.

Grammar pattern

journal + object

Memory hint

Think of 'journey' - your thoughts journey through the pages of your journal.

Collocations

  • academic
  • learned
  • scholarly
  • copy
  • edition
  • issue
  • read
  • edit
  • write for
  • come out
  • be dedicated to
  • be devoted to
  • article
  • editorial
  • editor
  • in a/​the journal
  • journal of
  • personal
  • private
  • daily
  • keep
  • write
  • read
  • entry
  • in a/​the journal
  • journal of

Synonyms

  • diary
  • log
  • notebook
  • record
  • chronicle

Antonyms

  • ignorance
  • silence

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'journal' with 'diary' - 'journal' is often more reflective and focused on learning.
  • Using 'journal' as a verb incorrectly - it is primarily a noun.
  • Spelling errors, such as 'journel' instead of 'journal'.