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headline

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //ˈhɛd.laɪn//

KK: /ˈhɛdˌlaɪn/

adjective
Definition

Noteworthy or deserving of attention, often used to describe something that is significant or important enough to be featured prominently.


Example

The scientist made a headline discovery that changed our understanding of climate change.


Comparatives & Superlatives

Comparative: more headline

Superlative: most headline


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that headline news story about the local hero?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's amazing how someone can do something so brave.
Sloth A
I think it deserves to be in every headline across the country.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It's definitely noteworthy and inspiring.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
notable
remarkable
significant
Antonyms
insignificant
unremarkable
trivial
noun
Definition

A title or summary of a news article, usually written in large letters at the top of the page.


Example

The headline of the article caught everyone's attention.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see the headline about the new park opening downtown?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read it earlier! It sounds like a fun place to visit.
Sloth A
I hope they have a nice playground for the kids.
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To feature someone or something as the main attraction or to provide a title for a news article or section.


Example

The festival will headline several famous musicians this summer.


Tense Forms

Past: headlined

Past Participle: headlined


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see the event they are going to headline this weekend?
Sloth B
Yeah, I heard it's going to be really exciting!
Sloth A
I hope they headline some great bands too.
Root Explanation

**Headline** → It is formed from "head" (from Old English *heafod*, meaning the top or leader) and "line" (from Latin *linea*, meaning a line or string). The word "headline" refers to the leading line of text that summarizes the main point of an article or news story, typically found at the top.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'head' as the top part and 'line' as a line of text — a headline is the top line that gives you the main idea.

Visually Confused Words
rheadine
deadline
beheadlined
hexadiyne
hexadiene
chevaline
shadine
sealine
Is this page helpful?
Definitely! It would be great for families to enjoy the outdoors.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
title
caption
banner
Antonyms
subheading
footnote
detail
Sloth B
Absolutely! It would be awesome to see some live music.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
feature
headline
promote
Antonyms
understate
downplay
ignore