journalistic

[ jur-nl-is-tik ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of journalists or journalism.

Other Words From

• journal·isti·cal·ly adverb
• nonjour·nal·istic adjective
• nonjour·nal·isti·cal·ly adverb
• prejour·nal·istic adjective
• unjour·nal·istic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of journalistic¹

First recorded in 1825–35; journalist + -ic

Example Sentences

Polls from earlier this year show that people who consume news from journalistic outlets — newspapers, network news programs, and news websites — overwhelmingly planned to vote for the Democratic candidate.

From Salon

Even sticking with the journalistic practice of holding a campaign at arm's length, it's been a relief to attend Harris events, such as the rally at Temple University in August or the Democratic National Convention.

From Salon

Glover is being remembered not only for his on-air charisma and journalistic passion but also for his big heart and giving nature.

From Los Angeles Times

A number of high-profile writers resigned from the paper, accusing it of lacking journalistic standards.

From BBC

No one in their right mind could have foreseen a United States president replicating the most famous journalistic error in this country’s history as a political tactic.

From Los Angeles Times