Definition

A group of experts or commentators who discuss and analyze news and current events, often in the media.

Example

The commentariat has been debating the implications of the new policy for weeks.

Conversation

Have you noticed how the commentariat is reacting to the latest news?

Yeah, they always seem to have strong opinions about everything.

It's interesting to see how their views shape public perception.

Definitely! They play a big role in influencing what we think.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Commentariat → The word is formed from "comment" (from Latin "commentari", meaning to discuss or to comment) and the suffix "-ariat" (from French, indicating a group or class of people). The term refers to a class of people who provide commentary, especially in media or journalism.

Memory Tip

Think of 'comment' as discussing something, and '-ariat' as a group of people — together, they describe a group of commentators.

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