Pronunciation: /ˌdɑkjəˈmɛntri/
noun a movie or television or radio program that provides a factual record or report
A1 I watched a documentary about animals on TV last night.
A2 The documentary I saw yesterday was very informative.
B1 The documentary explored the history of ancient civilizations.
B2 The documentary filmmaker won an award for her latest film.
C1 The documentary provided a deep insight into the effects of climate change.
C2 The documentary received critical acclaim for its unbiased portrayal of the political situation.
adjective using pictures or interviews with people involved in real events to provide a factual report on a particular subject
A1 I watched a documentary film about animals.
A2 She prefers watching documentary series over fictional shows.
B1 The documentary evidence supported the historical claims.
B2 The documentary filmmaker spent years researching the subject.
C1 The documentary style of storytelling has gained popularity in recent years.
C2 The documentary approach to filmmaking allows for a more authentic representation of reality.
formal The documentary provided a comprehensive look into the history of the region.
informal I watched a really interesting documentary last night about climate change.
slang That documentary was lit, I learned so much!
figurative Her life felt like a documentary, full of ups and downs captured on camera.
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