English · Arts & Literature
documentary
/ˌdɒk.jəˈmɛn.tər.i/
[/ˌdɒk.jəˈmɛn.tər.i/]
factual film
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A film or programme that presents facts and real events rather than a fictional story.
Example
The documentary about ocean pollution shocked viewers and inspired many of them to change their habits.
The documentary about ocean pollution shocked viewers and inspired many of them to change their habits.
Etymology
From 'document', from Latin 'documentum' (a lesson, proof), plus the suffix '-ary'.
How & Where It’s Used
Covers nature, history, biography, and social-issue films.