Communicationthe exchange of information or messages between people or systems is a nouna word that names a person, place, thing, or idea with a few related meanings. It can mean the act of sharing informationfacts or details about something, a link or route that lets people or places connect, or the message itself that is passed along.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /kəˌmjunəˈkeɪʃən/
Easy pronunciation: kuh-myoo-nuh-KAY-shun (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress is on the fourth syllable, KAY.
Pronounced for the noun meaning the activity of sharing information or ideas.
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Communication Meaning
the act of sharing information or ideas
Part of speech: noun
Definition: the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information
Example: Good communication between teachers and parents helps students succeed.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- communicating — A close match for the activity of sharing information, though it is more naturally used as a gerund or noun-like form than a direct everyday synonym.
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Other Meanings of Communication
Meaning 2
a link or route that lets people or places connect
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a connection allowing access between persons or places
Example: The tunnel provided communication between the two buildings.
Meaning 3
a message or piece of information that is passed on
Part of speech: noun
Definition: something that is communicated by or to or between people or groups
Example: We received an official communication about the schedule change.
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Communication Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- communicating
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes use communication to mean a conversation, but it can also mean the broader act of sharing information.
- Do not confuse the connection sense of communication with the message sense.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does communication mean?
Communication usually means the act of sharing information or ideas. It can also mean a connection between places or the message being passed along.
What is the synonym of communication?
For the main meaning, a close WordAPI synonym is communicating. In many everyday contexts, though, communication does not have a perfect one-word substitute.
Is communication singular or plural?
Communication is usually a singular noun, but it can be used in plural form as communications when referring to different messages, systems, or methods.
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