© 2026 Sloth Lingo. Learn easy. Lounge wisely.

communication

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /kəˌmjunɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun
Definition

The act of sharing information or ideas with others through speaking, writing, or other methods.


Example

Effective communication is essential for teamwork in any organization.


Conversation
Sloth A
I think good communication is really important in any relationship.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It helps avoid misunderstandings.
Sloth A
Yeah, without proper communication, things can get pretty messy.
Sloth B
For sure! That's why I always try to be clear with my friends.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
conveyance
transmission
interaction
Antonyms
silence
disconnection
isolation
Root Explanation

Communication → It is formed from "communis" (meaning common) and "-cation" (from the Latin suffix "-catio", meaning the action or process of). The word refers to the process of making something common or sharing information with others.

Memory Tip

Think of making ideas 'common' to others — 'communis' means common, and '-cation' refers to the action of sharing.

Visually Confused Words
excommunication
precommunication
noncommunication
telecommunication
uncommunicating
intracommunication
intercommunication
compunction
Is this page helpful?