mul·ti·me·dia
ˌməl-tē-ˈmē-dē-ə 
-ˌtī-
: using, involving, or encompassing several media
a multimedia approach to learning
plural in form but singular or plural in construction
: a technique (such as the combining of sound, video, and text) for expressing ideas (as in communication, entertainment, or art) in which several media are employed
also
: something (such as software) using or facilitating such a technique
Examples of multimedia in a Sentence
Adjective
a multimedia exhibit of photographs, films, and music
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Michael Tedder, SPIN, 5 May 2026
The show is a multimedia narrative that makes references to mythology, science, theater and more.
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Her concerts are multimedia feasts that combine these multifarious aspects, thought-provoking performances complete with sections of song, spoken word, and visual effects.
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Adjective
In addition to being a great, weird rock band, Devo is also a multimedia art project, complete with costumes, and an ongoing social critique.
—Michael Tedder, SPIN, 5 May 2026
The show is a multimedia narrative that makes references to mythology, science, theater and more.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 3 May 2026
Noun
For his part, Davis took aim at Learfield, accusing the multimedia-rights giant—recently acquired by private equity firm TPG for $2 billion—of living in the past.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 12 May 2026
Her concerts are multimedia feasts that combine these multifarious aspects, thought-provoking performances complete with sections of song, spoken word, and visual effects.
—David Harris, SPIN, 11 May 2026
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“Multimedia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/multimedia. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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multimedia
1 of 2 adjective
mul·ti·me·dia
ˌməl-ti-ˈmēd-ē-ə
: using or composed of more than one form of communication or expression
multimedia software combining sound, video, and text
multimedia
2 of 2 noun
: a technique (as the combining of sound, video, and text) for expressing ideas (as in communication, entertainment, or art) in which several media are employed
also
: something (as software) using such a technique
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