Headlined: meaning, definitions and examples

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headlined

 

[ ˈhɛdˌlaɪnd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

news media

To headline is to feature something prominently, especially in a publication. In the context of news media, it refers to the act of presenting a story as the main piece of news, usually with an attention-grabbing title. This term can also relate to events, where an artist or speaker is billed as the main attraction. Often, a headlined article will be crafted to draw in readers and convey the essence of the story succinctly.

Synonyms

billed, featured, titled

Examples of usage

  • The newspaper headlined the breaking news.
  • She was headlined as the main speaker at the conference.
  • His latest album was headlined in major music magazines.

Translations

Translations of the word "headlined" in other languages:

🇵🇹 encabeçado

🇮🇳 शीर्षकित

🇩🇪 überschrieben

🇮🇩 berita utama

🇺🇦 заголовок

🇵🇱 nagrzewany

🇯🇵 見出しの

🇫🇷 titré

🇪🇸 titulado

🇹🇷 başlıklandırılmış

🇰🇷 제목이 붙은

🇸🇦 مُعَنْوَن

🇨🇿 názvem

🇸🇰 názov

🇨🇳 标题

🇸🇮 naslovljen

🇮🇸 heitið

🇰🇿 тақырыпталған

🇬🇪 სათაურით

🇦🇿 başlıqlandırılmış

🇲🇽 titulado

Etymology

The word 'headlined' comes from the term 'headline', which is derived from the combination of 'head' and 'line'. The term 'headline' itself has its roots in the 19th century, referring to the top part of a printed or illustrated page that summarizes the content. Historically, the use of headlines burgeoned with the rise of newspapers, as publishers sought ways to attract attention to stories. Over time, the verb 'to headline' became commonly associated not only with journalism but also with various forms of entertainment, including musical performances and events where prominent acts are featured. This evolution reflects the dynamic nature of language, adapting to changing media landscapes and cultural practices.