viewership

noun

view·​er·​ship ˈvyü-ər-ˌship 

: a television audience especially with respect to size or makeup

Examples of viewership in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The series is facing nearly a 50% audience decline in its opening weekend versus Season 1’s premiere viewership. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2026

For a niche viewership, the chance to see the stuff on show here is well worth the price of admission. — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026

During her tenure, the league has seen huge spikes in television viewership, game attendance, corporate sponsorship and franchise valuations. — Jessica Golden, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2026

Nearly every one of ESPN’s daily studio shows has gained viewership year over year. — Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for viewership

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