Word
communications
Phoneticscom·mu·ni·ca·tions, stress on the fourth syllable
US/kəmˌjunəˈkeɪʃənz/
UK/kəmjˌuːnɪkˈeɪʃənz/
Definitions
01technology and systems
B2 · Upper Intermediate Plural noun Computing Technical
n. the technical systems, like phones and the internet, used to send and receive information.
n. the technical infrastructure and methods used for transmitting information, particularly via electronic or digital networks.
“The storm damaged the communications towers, leaving the town without phone service.”
“The military operation was compromised when enemy forces successfully jammed all satellite communications across the region.”
02corporate messaging
B2 · Upper Intermediate Plural noun Academic · Formal
n. the department in a company that manages how they talk to the public and their employees.
n. the strategic management of information flow within an organisation or between an organisation and its public stakeholders.
“She got a new job working in the communications department of a large bank.”
“The director of communications issued a formal statement to clarify the company's position regarding the recent merger rumours.”
Synonyms
03plural of communication
B1 · Intermediate Plural noun
n. more than one message or act of sharing information.
n. the plural form of communication, referring to multiple instances of information exchange or specific messages received.
“We have received several communications from the school about the upcoming trip.”
“The lawyer reviewed all written communications between the two parties to establish a timeline for the contract dispute.”
Synonyms
Real-World Examples
“She served as press secretary to former Vice-President Mike Pence from 2019 to 2020, and then as his communications director from 2020 to 2021.” “Pakistan declared the JAAC a terrorist organisation and has imposed a communications blackout in the region since 5 June.” “Especially when the communications dropped out for six very long minutes as the capsule closed in on Earth.” Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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