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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.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Newsmaking. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/newsmaking
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