editorial

/ˌɛdɪˈtɔriəl/
noun
  1. An article in a newspaper, magazine, or website that expresses the opinion of the editors or publisher on a particular topic.
    • The newspaper's editorial criticized the new law as unfair to small businesses.
    • She wrote a powerful editorial about the need for better public transportation.
    • I read an editorial in the school paper that argued for longer lunch breaks.
adjective
  1. Relating to the writing, editing, or content of a newspaper, magazine, or broadcast, as opposed to advertising or business matters.
    • The magazine's editorial staff meets every morning to discuss the day's stories.
    • She works in the editorial department of a major publishing house.
    • He has strong editorial skills and can turn a rough draft into a polished article.
  2. Expressing an opinion or bias, especially in a way that is not strictly factual.
    • His comments were more editorial than factual, so I took them with a grain of salt.
    • The news report had an editorial tone that made it seem like the reporter was taking sides.
    • I prefer straight news articles over editorial pieces that tell me what to think.
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