infotainment

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A form of programming (cinematic, television, live action, etc.) that provides both information and entertainment, consisting of mostly celebrity news and human drama.
  2. Information and/or entertainment facilities.

Pronunciation

/ˌɪnfəʊˈteɪnmənt/ /ˌɪnfoʊˈteɪnmənt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-infotainment.wav

Word forms

infotainment infotainments

Etymology

Blend of information + entertainment.

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