journal
Translation
diary, log, periodical, academic journal
Examples
She keeps a journal of her daily thoughts.
She keeps a diary of her daily thoughts.
He published his research in a medical journal.
He published his research in a medical journal.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the/possessive)) journal a diary She keeps a journal of her daily thoughts.
((a/the/possessive)) journal a periodical publication He published his research in a medical journal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: diary, log, magazine, periodical
Etymology
From Old French 'jornal' meaning 'daily', from Latin 'diurnalis' (daily), related to 'dies' (day).
Memory Tips
A 'journal' is something you write during your daily 'journey'.