bloggerati: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Very lowInformal, journalistic, niche, somewhat dated
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What does “bloggerati” mean?
A collective term for influential, prominent, or elite bloggers, particularly those who have significant readerships or cultural clout.
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Meaning and Definition
A collective term for influential, prominent, or elite bloggers, particularly those who have significant readerships or cultural clout.
The subset of the blogging community perceived as the most prestigious, knowledgeable, or trend-setting; a portmanteau of 'blogger' and 'literati' or 'glitterati'.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in meaning. The term originated in American tech/media journalism but saw some parallel use in British media.
Connotations
US: Often associated with technology, politics, and media industry bloggers. UK: Slightly more associated with fashion, culture, and media commentators.
Frequency
Equally rare in both varieties. Slightly more historical attestation in US sources.
Grammar
How to Use “bloggerati” in a Sentence
the + bloggeratibloggerati + of + [field]among the bloggeratiVocabulary
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Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare. Might appear in marketing or media analysis discussing influencer trends.
Academic
Extremely rare. Not a standard sociological term.
Everyday
Very rare. Mostly understood by those familiar with internet culture history.
Technical
Not used in technical computing contexts. Belongs to media/journalism commentary.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “bloggerati”
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Antonyms of “bloggerati”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “bloggerati”
- Using it to refer to any blogger (it's specifically the influential subset).
- Spelling it as 'blogerati' (missing a 'g').
- Using it in formal writing.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a very low-frequency, niche term that peaked in usage in the late 2000s. It is now somewhat dated.
No, it is an informal, journalistic coinage. In formal contexts, use terms like 'influential bloggers' or 'prominent commentators'.
The word itself is a collective noun, usually treated as plural (e.g., 'the bloggerati are...'). It does not have a distinct plural form.
Yes, similar playful formations have been coined, like 'Twitterati' or 'Instagramati', though none are standard.
A collective term for influential, prominent, or elite bloggers, particularly those who have significant readerships or cultural clout.
Bloggerati: in British English it is pronounced /ˌblɒɡ.əˈrɑː.ti/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌblɑː.ɡəˈrɑː.t̬i/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “the chatter of the bloggerati”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: BLOGGER + literati (the educated elite) = BLOGGERATI (the blogging elite).
Conceptual Metaphor
THE BLOGGING COMMUNITY IS A SOCIAL HIERARCHY (with an elite class).
Practice
Quiz
What does 'bloggerati' specifically refer to?