Definition

A person who creates films or television programs that document real events, people, or issues, often focusing on storytelling and factual representation.

Example

The documentarian traveled to various countries to film the lives of local communities.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about becoming a documentarian?

That sounds interesting! What made you think of that?

I watched a great documentary last night, and it inspired me.

I can see why! Documentarians have such a unique perspective on the world.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Documentarian → It is formed from "document" (from Latin "documentum", meaning a lesson or proof) and "-arian" (meaning a person who). A documentarian is a person who creates or works with documents, particularly in the context of film or media that records reality.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'document' as something that provides proof or information, and '-arian' means a person involved with it. So, a documentarian is someone who works with documents to tell stories or share information.

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