editorial

1 of 2

adjective

ed·​i·​to·​ri·​al ˌe-də-ˈtȯr-ē-əl How to pronounce editorial (audio)
Synonyms of editorialnext
1
: of or relating to an editor or editing
an editorial office
2
: being or resembling an editorial
an editorial statement
editorially
ˌe-də-ˈtȯr-ē-ə-lē How to pronounce editorial (audio)
adverb

editorial

2 of 2

noun

: a newspaper or magazine article that gives the opinions of the editors or publishers
also : an expression of opinion that resembles such an article
a television editorial

Examples of editorial in a Sentence

Adjective He got an editorial job at the newspaper. Noun The paper published an editorial strongly criticizing the mayor's actions.
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Adjective
Ellison believes the opposition is politically motivated and centers on his potential oversight of CNN’s editorial content. — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026 This includes a commitment not to combine linear channels with its streaming services and maintain the editorial independence of its news services and children’s networks. — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2026
Noun
Today, while not nominating himself for said CNN editorial board, Emanuel made sure to avoid all that. — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 4 Aug. 2026 Alongside the citywide gallery program, ARTnews will present the Art Week NYC Hub, a gathering place for live interviews, panel discussions, artist talks, and editorial programming featuring many of the leading voices shaping today’s art world. — News Desk, Artforum, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for editorial

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1744, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1825, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of editorial was in 1744

Rhymes for editorial

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“Editorial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/editorial. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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editorial

1 of 2 adjective
ed·​i·​to·​ri·​al ˌed-ə-ˈtōr-ē-əl How to pronounce editorial (audio)
-ˈtȯr-
1
: of or relating to an editor or editing
an editorial office
2
: being or resembling an editorial
an editorial statement
editorially
-ē-ə-lē How to pronounce editorial (audio)
adverb

editorial

2 of 2 noun
: a newspaper or magazine article that gives the opinions of its editors or publishers

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