Definition

The group of people who listen to a particular radio program or station.

Example

The radio station has a large listenership, which helps attract advertisers.

Conversation

Have you heard about the increase in the podcast's listenership lately?

Yeah, it's amazing how many people are tuning in now!

I wonder what strategies they used to boost their listenership.

Probably social media promotions and guest interviews to attract more listeners.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Listenership → It is formed from "listen" (from Old English *hlysnan*, meaning to hear) and "-ership" (a suffix denoting a state or condition). The word "listenership" refers to the state or condition of being a listener, particularly in the context of an audience or group of people who listen to a broadcast or program.

Memory Tip

Think of the act of 'hearing' ('listen') and the state of being in that role ('-ership'). This helps you remember that listenership refers to the condition of being a listener.

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