Communication
|com-mu-ni-ca-tion|
/kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən/
(communication)
exchange of information
Etymology
'Communication' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'communicatio,' where 'communicare' meant 'to share.'
'Communicatio' transformed into the Old French word 'communicacion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'communication' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to share or impart information,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or process of using words, sounds, signs, or behaviors to express or exchange information or to express your ideas, thoughts, feelings, etc., to someone else.
Effective communication is key to a successful relationship.
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Noun 2
a message that is given or exchanged.
The communication from the company was clear and concise.
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Last updated: 2025/07/21 12:13