Infotainment

infotainment

noun IN-foh-ten-ment Rare

Origin: blend of English 'information' and 'entertainment'

Usage Note

Infotainment describes content that blends information and entertainment, such as magazine-style TV programmes. Critics argue that Infotainment dilutes serious journalism by prioritising entertainment.

Examples

"Das Magazin hat sich vom Nachrichtenformat zum Infotainment gewandelt."

Natural Translation

The magazine has transformed from a news format to infotainment.

Literal Translation

The magazine has from-the news-format to-the infotainment changed.

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