Learn English – A one-word substitute for someone who is a “news freak”

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Is there any word that describes a person who is very interested in reading newspapers, and very interested in political news? Moreover one who loves being "updated" on the current affairs of the world?

Best Answer

While not a real word currently, popular culture would understand the word "newsophile" The attachment of phile to make words like "audiophile" is becoming pretty popular creating new words over time.