B2nounmediasociety
US/ˈkɑː.mən.ter.i/
UK/ˈkɒm.ən.tər.i/
spoken or written remarks that explain an event or give opinions on a subject
In context
The radio commentary on the match was funny and full of facts.
Her blog offers sharp commentary on city politics.
The film is a bitter commentary on modern consumer culture.
Words that go with commentary
adjective + noun
- live commentaryFans followed the live commentary online.
- social commentaryThe play is sharp social commentary.
- political commentaryHer political commentary is widely read.
- running commentaryHe gave a running commentary throughout the film.
noun + noun
- sports commentaryHe does sports commentary on radio.
verb + noun
- provide commentaryAn expert will provide commentary during the show.
noun + preposition
- commentary onThe article is a commentary on recent events.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She wrote a commentary under my photo.Correct: She wrote a comment under my photo.