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documentary

Pronunciation: [ˌdɒkjʊˈmɛn.tər.i]

Word

Learn how to use documentary in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “media”

(noun) a type of film or show that provides facts about real events, people, or places. Documentaries show true stories instead of made-up ones, like a movie. They help us learn about the world.

Example

I watched a wonderful documentary about ocean life last night.

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I didn't find the documentary on history interesting at all; it was too boring.

Example

Have you seen that new documentary about climate change?

Context: “media”

(adjective) describing something that is related to factual films or shows. If something is documentary in nature, it provides real information about something true.

Example

The documentary footage was very informative and well-made.

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The drama series was not documentary; it was completely fictional.

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Is the new series a documentary or a scripted show?

How to pronounce documentary

Pronunciation: [ˌdɒkjʊˈmɛn.tər.i]

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