News Reporting Vocabulary

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb, often providing information about time, manner, place, or degree

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• According to the latest research findings, the new drug has shown promising results in treating the disease.
• According to my mom, it's going to rain later so don't forget your umbrella.
• According to the rumor mill, they're dating now.
• According to his actions, he clearly has no intention of following through with his promises.

noun a person or group of people who are charged with or on trial for a crime

verb past tense of accuse, meaning to charge someone with a crime or wrongdoing

• The accused will have the opportunity to present their defense in court.
• Did you hear about the accused in the news?
• I can't believe they accused me of stealing!
• His guilty conscience accused him in the dead of night.

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being, in this case, 'alleged' can also function as a verb meaning to assert without proof

adjective a word that describes or gives more information about a noun or pronoun, in this case, 'alleged' describes something that is claimed to have taken place but not yet proven

• The alleged perpetrator is being held in custody pending further investigation.
• I heard about the alleged cheating scandal at school.
• Did you see the alleged thief running away from the scene?
• The alleged betrayal cut deeper than any physical wound.

noun a person who attacks someone physically or verbally

• The assailant was apprehended by the police shortly after the incident.
• The guy who attacked me was caught by the cops.
• The assailant got busted by the cops.
• Fear can be an assailant that attacks your mind and emotions.

noun a noisy quarrel or fight

verb to engage in a noisy quarrel or fight

• The brawl that broke out at the protest resulted in several injuries.
• Did you hear about the brawl that went down at the club last night?
• Things got heated and a brawl erupted between the two groups.
• The political debate turned into a verbal brawl as both candidates passionately argued their points.

noun the transmission of radio or television signals

verb to transmit a program or information over the airwaves

• The broadcasting of the royal wedding was watched by millions of viewers around the world.
• I love broadcasting my gaming sessions on Twitch for my friends to watch.
• Did you catch the latest podcast broadcasting live from New York City?
• Her smile was like a broadcasting signal, lighting up the room with joy.

noun A person who is new to the field of journalism and is typically young or inexperienced

• The cub reporter was assigned to cover the city council meeting for the local newspaper.
• The cub reporter is still learning the ropes but is eager to make a name for themselves in journalism.
• The cub reporter is a newbie in the newsroom, but they're catching on quickly.
• The cub reporter's writing style is fresh and full of potential, like a young lion learning to hunt.

noun a person who has seen something happen and can give a first-hand account of it

• The eyewitness testimony played a crucial role in solving the crime.
• The eyewitness said they saw everything go down.
• The eyewitness spilled the tea on what really happened.
• She was like an eyewitness to the drama unfolding before her eyes.

adjective far and wide is used as an adjective to describe something that covers a large area or range

adverb far and wide is also used as an adverb to describe the extent or range of something

• The news of the new product launch spread far and wide among industry professionals.
• Word about the party tonight has spread far and wide, everyone's talking about it.
• That meme went viral, it's been shared far and wide on social media.
• Her influence reaches far and wide, impacting people in different parts of the world.

noun an event or occurrence

adjective currently taking place or in progress

• The happening event was attended by prominent figures from various industries.
• Hey, do you know what's happening this weekend?
• I heard there's a lit happening at the club tonight.
• There's a lot happening behind the scenes that we're not aware of.

verb to formally accuse or charge someone with a serious crime

• The grand jury decided to indict the suspect on charges of fraud.
• The police are going to indict him for stealing from the store.
• They're gonna indict him for pulling that stunt.
• His actions may indict him in the court of public opinion.

verb to formally accuse or charge someone with a serious crime

• The suspect was indicted by the grand jury for embezzlement.
• They finally indicted him for the crime he committed.
• They got indicted for pulling off that heist.
• The company was indicted for its unethical business practices.

noun meanwhile can also be used as a noun to refer to the intervening time

adverb meanwhile is an adverb that indicates something is happening at the same time as something else

conjunction meanwhile can function as a conjunction to connect two events happening simultaneously

• Meanwhile, the company's profits continued to rise steadily.
• Meanwhile, I'll be finishing up this report for the meeting.
• Meanwhile, I was just chilling with my friends.
• Meanwhile, the seeds of doubt were beginning to sprout in her mind.

noun the act of attacking someone in a public place and robbing them

verb to attack someone in a public place and rob them

• The police are investigating a recent mugging that took place downtown.
• I heard there was a mugging in the park last night.
• Did you see that mugging on the news? It was crazy!
• The intense competition felt like a mugging in the business world.

noun A person who commits murder, the unlawful premeditated killing of one human being by another.

• The jury found the defendant guilty of being a murderer.
• Everyone in town knows he's a murderer.
• That guy is a straight-up murderer.
• His betrayal was like a dagger in the back, making him a murderer of trust.

noun the reporting of news, especially by newspapers and broadcast media

• The journalist's reportage on the political unrest was thorough and well-researched.
• I love reading reportage pieces because they give me a deeper understanding of current events.
• Did you catch that reportage on the scandal? It was juicy!
• Her reportage painted a vivid picture of the social issues plaguing the community.

noun A person who investigates and reports or edits news stories

• The reporter arrived at the scene of the accident to gather information for the news story.
• The reporter is always chasing after the latest gossip for their column.
• That reporter is always snooping around for a juicy story.
• The reporter's pen is mightier than the sword when it comes to exposing the truth.

verb to move with great speed or urgency

adjective done quickly or in a hurry

• The doctor rushed to the emergency room to attend to the critical patient.
• I rushed to finish my homework before the deadline.
• We rushed to catch the last train home.
• The thoughts rushed through his mind like a speeding train.

verb past tense form of shock

adjective describing a feeling of surprise or disbelief

• The news of the company's bankruptcy shocked the investors.
• I was so shocked when I heard about their breakup.
• I was shook when I found out she was dating my ex.
• The unexpected plot twist in the movie shocked me to my core.

noun the act, process, or method of transmitting data over a computer network in a continuous flow

adjective relating to or involving the continuous transmission of data

• The company decided to invest in streaming services to reach a wider audience.
• I love streaming my favorite shows on weekends.
• I'm just gonna binge-watch this series on streaming.
• Her emotions were like a streaming river, flowing freely and without restraint.

noun a television broadcast

verb to broadcast on television

• The telecast of the royal wedding was watched by millions of people around the world.
• I can't make it to the game, but I'll catch the telecast on TV.
• Let's skip the telecast and just watch the highlights later.
• The telecast of the debate shed light on the candidates' policies.

adjective An adjective is a word that describes or gives more information about a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'undenied' is an adjective that describes something that has not been denied or refuted.

• The fact that climate change is a pressing issue is undenied by the scientific community.
• It's undenied that she is the best candidate for the job.
• There's no denying that he's got skills for days.
• The undeniable truth of the matter can't be denied any longer.

noun A word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun.

adverb A word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb, typically answering the questions of when, where, how, or to what extent.

• Yesterday, the board of directors met to discuss the company's financial performance.
• I went shopping with my friends yesterday.
• I binged on Netflix all day yesterday.
• Yesterday's mistakes are today's lessons.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

• The city was bombed during the war, causing extensive damage to buildings and infrastructure.
• The rebels bombed the enemy base last night, it was a huge explosion!
• The concert last night totally bombed, hardly anyone showed up.
• Her presentation bombed at the meeting, she forgot all her key points.

adjective describing a substance that has not been altered or processed in any way

adverb modifying a verb, adjective, or other adverb to indicate that something is not filtered

• The unfiltered data set provided valuable insights for the research project.
• I prefer my coffee unfiltered, with no added cream or sugar.
• She always speaks her mind, unfiltered and unapologetic.
• His unfiltered emotions were evident in his passionate speech.

noun news - information about recent events or happenings

• The breaking news of the day is the announcement of a new government policy.
• Hey, did you hear the breaking news about the celebrity scandal?
• Yo, check out the breaking news on social media, it's wild!
• The breaking news of her resignation shattered the calm of the office.

verb to carry off or lead away (a person) illegally and in secret or by force, especially to kidnap

• The police are investigating a case of abducting a prominent businessman.
• I heard that someone was caught abducting a celebrity last night.
• Did you see that movie about abducting aliens?
• Her thoughts were constantly abducting her from reality.

noun a charge or claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal

adjective accusatory

• The accusation of fraud led to a thorough investigation by the authorities.
• She made a false accusation against her coworker, causing tension in the office.
• I can't believe the accusation he made against me, it's totally bogus.
• The accusation hung over her like a dark cloud, affecting her reputation.