# readership

/ˈɹidɝˌʃɪp/ (US) · /ɹˈiːdəʃˌɪp/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/readership
Updated: 2026-05-08

## Definition

the group of people who regularly read a specific book, magazine, or newspaper. It describes the total number or type of people who follow a publication.

For teachers: the collective body of readers of a particular publication or author. Often used to refer to the demographic profile or the total size of an audience.

## Examples

- The magazine has a very loyal readership.
- The newspaper is trying to attract a younger readership by increasing its coverage of technology and social media.
- While the print circulation has declined, the digital readership has grown exponentially, suggesting that the publication's core audience is simply migrating to new platforms.

## Usage notes

- Often used with a qualifying adjective like 'wide', 'loyal', or 'niche'.

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