media
Translation
media, the media
Examples
The story was widely reported in the media.
The story was widely reported in the media.
Social media has changed how we communicate.
Social media has changed how we communicate.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) media the main means of mass communication The story was widely reported in the media.
social media websites and apps for sharing content Social media has changed how we communicate.
Similar Words
Synonyms: press, news, communications
Etymology
Latin, plural of 'medium,' meaning 'middle' or 'intermediate agency.' It's the 'medium' through which information is transmitted.
Memory Tips
'Media' is the plural of 'medium.' One newspaper is a medium, but newspapers, TV, and radio together are the 'media'.