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Communique Meaning in English

word

kəmˈjunəˌkeɪ/, /kəmˌjunəˈkeɪ
kuh-MYOO-nuh-kay
kəmjˈuːnɪkˌeɪ
kuh-MYOO-nik-ay

Definition

A communique is an official statement or announcement, usually released to the public by an organization or government to provide information about an important event or decision.

Usage & Nuances

This word is formal and frequently used in government, diplomatic, and media contexts. It is not used in everyday conversation. Common collocations: 'joint communique', 'press communique'. Don't confuse with 'communication' (broader) or 'memo' (internal).

Example Sentences

The government released a communique after the meeting.

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The communique explained the decision to the public.

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A communique was issued to announce the new policy.

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Both countries signed a joint communique at the end of the talks.

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In the communique, the company thanked its employees for their hard work.

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Reporters waited all night for the official communique from the palace.

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