commentary Definition
an expression of opinions or offering of explanations about an event or situation.
Using commentary: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "commentary" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The newspaper's political commentary is always insightful.
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The DVD includes a director's commentary on the making of the film.
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The sports commentator provided a running commentary on the game.
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Her social media commentary sparked a heated debate.
commentary Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for commentary
- analysis
- explanation
- critique
- interpretation
- opinion
Antonyms for commentary
- fact
- reality
Idioms Using commentary
no comment
a refusal to speak or offer an opinion on a particular topic
Example
When asked about the scandal, the politician had no comment.
throw in one's two cents (or penny's worth)
to offer one's opinion or input on a matter
Example
I don't mean to throw in my two cents, but I think we should consider a different approach.
take something under advisement
to consider something carefully before making a decision
Example
The judge said she would take the evidence under advisement before making a ruling.
Phrases with commentary
commentary that provides additional information, anecdotes, and background to a live event, such as a sports game or news broadcast
Example
The color commentary during the Super Bowl was both entertaining and informative.
running commentary
a continuous spoken description of an event as it happens
Example
The radio host provided a running commentary of the election results.
play-by-play commentary
a detailed description of each event in a sports game or other live event
Example
The play-by-play commentary of the tennis match helped viewers understand the action.
Origins of commentary
from Latin 'commentarius', meaning 'notebook'
Summary: commentary in Brief
The term 'commentary' [ˈkɒməntri] refers to expressing opinions or providing explanations about an event or situation. It can be found in various contexts, such as political, social, and sports commentary. Phrases like 'color commentary' and 'running commentary' describe different types of commentary, while idioms like 'no comment' and 'throw in one's two cents' express attitudes towards offering opinions.
