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commentator

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈkɒmənˌteɪtə/

KK: /ˈkɑːmənˌteɪtər/

noun
Definition

A person who provides commentary or analysis about events, especially in news or sports, often on television or radio.


Example

The commentator provided insightful analysis during the game, helping viewers understand the strategies of both teams.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear the commentator during the game last night?
Sloth B
Yeah, he was really entertaining and gave great insights.
Sloth A
I loved how he explained the strategies so clearly.
Sloth B
Totally! A good commentator makes the game so much more enjoyable.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
analyst
broadcaster
reporter
Antonyms
audience
viewer
listener
Root Explanation

Commentator → It is formed from "commentum" (meaning commentary or explanation) and "-ator" (meaning one who performs an action). A commentator is one who provides commentary or explanation, often in a broadcasting context.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who provides 'commentary' ('commentum') — that's why a commentator is someone who explains or discusses events.

Visually Confused Words
compensator
cementatory
supercommentator
recommendatory
cosenator
contactor
coenactor
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