Journalistic Language

noun the state or act of being the writer of a book, article, or document

• The issue of authorship is a complex matter in the field of literary studies.
• Who gets credit for writing the book is a big deal in the authorship world.
• Figuring out who the real author is can be a real head-scratcher.
• Authorship is like a puzzle, with each piece representing a different aspect of the writing process.

adjective expressing strong disapproval; censorious

• The judge's condemnatory remarks made it clear that he did not tolerate any form of misconduct in his courtroom.
• Her condemnatory tone towards her co-worker was quite harsh.
• I can't believe how condemnatory she was about the situation.
• The artist's painting was a condemnatory depiction of society's flaws.

verb to publicly declare to be wrong or evil; to condemn openly

• The lawyer advised his client to denunciate the illegal activities of the company.
• I think it's time to denunciate the noisy neighbors to the landlord.
• If you see something wrong happening, don't be afraid to denunciate it.
• It's important to denunciate any form of discrimination or injustice in society.

noun a title of respect or courtesy used when addressing a man

• Mr. Smith, Esquire, will be representing the defendant in court.
• I heard that John, Esquire, is a really good lawyer.
• Hey, check out that dude, Esquire, he's always dressed to impress.
• She was the queen of the party, Esquire, commanding attention wherever she went.

verb to challenge or question the validity or honesty of something

• The evidence presented by the defense effectively impugned the credibility of the witness.
• She impugned his motives by suggesting he had a hidden agenda.
• Don't listen to him, he's just trying to impugn your reputation.
• The storm clouds impugned the otherwise sunny day with a sense of impending doom.

noun refers to the act of killing without emotion or remorse

adjective describes the type of blood involved in the killing

adverb modifies the verb 'killed' by describing how the killing was done

• The murder was committed in cold blood, with no sign of remorse.
• The killer shot him in cold blood, just for fun.
• He stabbed him in cold blood, no questions asked.
• The company laid off employees in cold blood, without considering their livelihoods.

noun intense anger or wrath

verb to make someone angry or provoke someone

adjective showing anger or wrath

• The politician's statement sparked the ire of many citizens.
• Her constant interruptions were starting to get on my ire.
• I can't believe he had the nerve to talk to me like that, it really got my ire up.
• The storm of controversy surrounding the new policy only fueled the flames of public ire.

noun a taunting or sarcastic remark

verb to agree or be in accord

• The sailor made sure the sails were adjusted properly to catch the jibe of the wind.
• I don't think his comments about your work really jibe with the feedback you received from others.
• Her fashion sense doesn't really jibe with the latest trends.
• Their personalities didn't jibe well, leading to constant disagreements.

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• There is no doubt that the research findings are accurate.
• There's no doubt that she's the best candidate for the job.
• No doubt he'll show up at the party tonight.
• Like a mountain in the distance, his success was no doubt on the horizon.

verb Penned is the past tense and past participle of the verb 'pen', which means to write or compose with a pen or similar instrument.

• The famous author penned a new novel that quickly became a bestseller.
• I heard that John penned a love letter to his crush.
• She penned a sick rap verse for the upcoming talent show.
• The artist penned his emotions onto the canvas, creating a masterpiece.

verb to commit or carry out (a harmful, illegal, or immoral action)

• The suspect was caught red-handed trying to perpetrate a robbery.
• I can't believe he tried to perpetrate such a dumb crime.
• Those guys are always looking for ways to perpetrate scams.
• His words seemed to perpetrate a sense of unease among the group.

adjective An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'plain spoken' is an adjective phrase describing someone who speaks in a straightforward and direct manner.

• The politician is known for his plain spoken approach to addressing complex issues.
• She's always been a plain spoken person, never one to sugarcoat things.
• I like hanging out with him because he's so plain spoken, you always know where you stand.
• Her words were like a breath of fresh air, plain spoken and easy to understand.

noun a criticism or insult that is directed at someone or something in a casual or careless manner

• The politician took a potshot at their opponent during the debate.
• I can't believe you took a potshot at me like that!
• She always takes potshots at her coworkers behind their backs.
• The comedian's potshots at society's norms are both hilarious and thought-provoking.

adverb Presumably is an adverb that is used to indicate something that is assumed to be true or likely to happen.

• The data suggests that the company will presumably meet its quarterly targets.
• I heard that John will presumably be promoted next month.
• She's presumably gonna bail on the party tonight.
• His absence at the meeting presumably speaks volumes about his disinterest.

verb to believe something to be true without having definite proof

adjective believed or accepted to be true without evidence

• The police presumed the suspect's guilt based on the evidence presented.
• I presumed you were coming to the party since you said you would.
• She presumed he was into her, but he was just being friendly.
• The dark clouds looming overhead presumed an impending storm.

adjective making or spreading scandalous claims about someone with the intention of damaging their reputation

• The journalist was accused of spreading scurrilous rumors about the politician.
• I can't believe the scurrilous lies that are being spread about her.
• Don't listen to that scurrilous gossip, it's all made up.
• His scurrilous behavior tarnished his reputation beyond repair.

noun a person who is believed to have committed a crime or done something wrong

verb to believe or have a feeling that someone is guilty of a crime or wrongdoing

• The police have a suspect in custody for the robbery.
• I suspect that she is lying about her alibi.
• I have a hunch that he's the suspect in the case.
• The suspect's guilt hung over the courtroom like a dark cloud.

verb to make a formal statement based on personal knowledge or belief; to give evidence in a court of law

• The witness was called to testify in court.
• I had to testify about what I saw at the accident.
• I ain't testifying against my friend, no way.
• The success of the new product will testify to the company's innovative approach.

noun the quality or state of being true; something that is true or in accordance with fact or reality

• The truth of the matter is that we must adhere to the facts presented.
• Honestly, the truth is that I can't make it to the party tonight.
• Let me hit you with the truth - he's not as cool as he thinks he is.
• Sometimes the truth can be a bitter pill to swallow, but it's necessary for growth.

noun a short message posted on the social media platform Twitter

verb to post a short message on the social media platform Twitter

• The politician posted a tweet addressing the recent policy changes.
• I saw your tweet about the new restaurant in town!
• Did you see that tweet blowing up on social media?
• Her words were like a tweet in a quiet room, causing a stir among the listeners.

verb to form letters, words, or symbols on a surface such as paper with a pen, pencil, or typewriter

• I need to write a detailed report on the company's financial performance.
• I have to write a quick email to confirm our meeting time.
• I gotta write up this assignment before the deadline.
• She knew she had to write the next chapter of her life with purpose and determination.

noun a person who writes books, stories, or articles as a job or occupation

• The writer was awarded a prestigious literary prize for her latest novel.
• I heard that the writer is working on a new book.
• That writer is totally killing it with their writing skills.
• The writer's words painted a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

• The empty podium stood as a stark reminder of the candidate's absence at the debate.
• Why is there an empty podium on stage? Did someone forget to show up?
• Yo, check out that empty podium - looks like someone bailed on their speech.
• The empty podium symbolized the lack of leadership in the organization.