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Definition of newsmaking

newsmaking

/ˈnuːzˌmeɪ.kɪŋ/
news · mak · ing

Adjective:newsmaking
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• adjective

1

Significant, interesting, or prominent enough to be reported in the news; generating substantial media attention.

Example

"The CEO's sudden resignation from the tech giant was a newsmaking event that shocked the entire industry."

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• noun

1

The act, process, or profession of gathering, producing, and reporting news.

Example

"Advances in digital technology and social media have completely transformed traditional newsmaking."


2

The deliberate generation of events or actions specifically intended to attract media attention and coverage.

Example

"The politician was heavily criticized for prioritizing sensational newsmaking over actual legislative governance."

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Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of 'news' and 'making', originating in English in the late 19th and early 20th century to describe the increasingly structured process of journalism, media production, and public relations.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Newsmaking. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/newsmaking
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