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A2 · Communication & media (2)

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promise(verb)
/ˈprɑːmɪs/
to tell somebody that you will definitely do or not do something, or that something will definitely happen
The sales associate promised that our new mattress would arrive by noon on Saturday
A warranty is a promise the manufacturer makes to the consumer
Synonymsassurancepledgeguaranteevowcommitmentwordundertaking
Antonymsdenialbreachbreakviolation
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network(noun)
/ˈnetwɜːrk/
a system of computers and other devices that are linked together so they can share data and resources
All printers in the building are connected to the office network.
The network went down for an hour, so nobody could access shared files.
Synonymssystemwebgridinfrastructureorganizationgroupconnections
Antonymsisolationseparationindividualsolitude
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mention(verb)
/ˈmenʃn/
to write or speak about something/somebody, especially without giving much information
You should mention in the letter that we can arrange for mailing the brochures as well as printing them
Synonymsstateindicaterefer topoint outnoteallude to
Antonymsignoreoverlookomitdisregard
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profile(noun)
/ˈprəʊfaɪl/
a description of somebody/something that gives useful information
The recruiter told him that, unfortunately, he did not fit the job profile
As jobs change, so does the company's profile for the job candidate
Synonymsoutlinesketchshapefigurerepresentationsummarybackgroundimage
Antonymsinsignificanceobscurityunimportance
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record(noun)
/ˈrekərd/
a written account of something that is kept so that it can be looked at and used in the future
You should keep a record of your expenses
Ms. Han typed a written request for her medical records
Synonymslogdocumentaccountfileregisterarchive
Antonymsforgetignoreomitneglect
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pronounce(verb)
/prəˈnaʊns/
to make the sound of a word or letter in a particular way
How do you pronounce your surname?
The ‘b’ in lamb is not pronounced.
Synonymsarticulateenunciateuttersayspeakvocalize
Antonymsmumblemispronounceswallow
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joke(noun)
/dʒəʊk/
something that you say or do to make people laugh, for example a funny story that you tell
I enjoy telling jokes.
I wish he wouldn't tell dirty jokes(= about sex).
Synonymsgagjestpunquipwitticismfunny story
Antonymsseriousnesstragedysadnesssolemnity
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journalist(noun)
/ˈdʒɜːrnəlɪst/
a person whose job is to collect and write news stories for newspapers, magazines, radio, television or online news sites
Journalists write stories for newspapers.
I wish he wouldn't tell dirty jokes(= about sex).
Synonymsreportercorrespondentnewspapermannewswomancolumnistcommentator
Antonymsnone (There isn't a direct antonym. Possible opposites relate to spreading misinformation or censorshipbut these aren't direct antonyms.)
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recording(noun)
/rɪˈkɔːrdɪŋ/
sound or pictures that have been recorded on computer files or on CD, DVD, video, etc.
a recording of English music for clarinet and orchestra
a video recording of the wedding
Synonymstapedisctrackcutrenditionperformancevideoaudio
Antonymsliveunrecordedperformance
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instruction(noun)
/ɪnˈstrʌkʃn/
detailed information on how to do or use something
The plant comes with full instructions on how to care for it.
Follow the instructions on the packet carefully.
Synonymsdirectionguidancecommandorderbriefingteachingeducation
Antonymsmisinformationambiguityconfusionmisdirection
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media(noun)
/ˈmiːdiə/
the main ways that large numbers of people receive information and entertainment, that is television, radio, newspapers and the internet
He became a media star for his part in the protests.
the news/broadcasting/national media
Synonymspressnewsjournalismcommunicationsbroadcasting
Antonymssilenceprivacysecrecy
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print(verb)
/prɪnt/
to produce letters, pictures, etc. on paper using a machine that puts ink (= coloured liquid) on the surface
Click on the icon when you want to print.
Each card is printed with a different message.
Synonymscopyduplicatereproducepublish
Antonymserasedeleteremove
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mail(noun)
/meɪl/
the official system used for sending and delivering letters, packages, etc.
I'll send the documents to you by mail tomorrow.
Synonymspostletterscorrespondencee-mail
Antonymsnone (context dependentbut no direct antonym for mail itself)face-to-face communicationin-person
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mobile(adjective)
/ˈməʊbl/
connected with mobile phones, tablets, etc.
You can check your bank account using the mobile app on your phone.
Synonymsportablemovabletravelingambulatorymotileroving
Antonymsimmobilestationaryfixedimmovablestatic
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printer(noun)
/ˈprɪntər/
a machine for printing text on paper, especially one connected to a computer
We use a printer to print documents.
Nothing would prevent him/his speaking out against injustice.
Synonymsprinting deviceoutput devicehard copy device
Antonymsscanner
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publish(verb)
/ˈpʌblɪʃ/
to produce a book, magazine, CD-ROM , etc. and sell it to the public
Most of our titles are also published on CD-ROM.
The first edition was published in 2007.
Synonymsreleaseissuecirculatedistributeprintbring out
Antonymssuppresswithdrawcensorhide
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introduction(noun)
/ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃn/
the first part of a book or speech that gives a general idea of what is to follow
The introduction explains what the book is about and why it was written.
Synonymsprefacepreludeopeningcommencementinitiationpresentationlaunch
Antonymsconclusionendingepilogueterminationcompletionclosure
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listener(noun)
/ˈlɪsənər/
a person who listens
She is a good listener.
Synonymshearerobserverattendee
Antonymsspeakertalker
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laptop(noun)
/ˈlæptɑːp/
a small computer that can work with a battery and be easily carried
I brought my laptop to the coffee shop to work.
Synonymsnotebookcomputerportable computer
Antonymsdesktop
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notice(noun)
/ˈnəʊtɪs/
a sheet of paper giving written information, usually put in a public place
There was a notice on the board about the school trip next week.