Definition

A person who tells news stories through photographs and images, often working for newspapers or magazines.

Example

The photojournalist captured powerful images of the protest that conveyed the emotions of the crowd.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new photojournalist in town?

Yeah, I read an article about their work. It's impressive!

I wonder what stories they will cover next.

I hope they focus on local events; that would be great!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Photojournalist → It is formed from "photo-" (from Greek "phōtos", meaning light) and "journalist" (from French "journaliste", meaning a person who writes for a journal or newspaper). The word describes a person who uses light (photography) to tell news stories.

Memory Tip

Think of 'light' ('photo-') being used by a person who writes for a journal ('journalist') — that's how a photojournalist captures news through images.

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