publicity — the attention given to someone or something by newspapers, television, etc.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the attention given to someone or something by newspapers, television, etc.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpʌblɪsəti/
Example Sentences
- The celebrity's wedding got so much publicity that even aliens probably heard about it.
- The company's publicity department works around the clock to promote new products.
- Sometimes bad publicity is better than no publicity at all.
publicity
NOUN[/ˈpʌblɪsəti/]
the attention given to someone or something by newspapers, television, etc.
a famous actor sits across from an enthusiastic TV host who gestures excitedly while asking questions. Multiple camera operators point their equipment toward the celebrity as bright studio lights shine down. The interview is being broadcast live as indicated by the active cameras and crew members. Behind the cameras, journalists hold notepads and photographers snap pictures. The studio audience watches intently as production assistants coordinate the filming. the attention given to someone by television and media outlets
Celebrity publicity reveals the harsh reality!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Publicity derives from Latin publicus, meaning 'public' or 'of the people'. The word evolved to denote the state or condition of being open to public view or knowledge, emphasizing accessibility and visibility to all.
Breakdown
public- (from Latin publicus, meaning 'public' or 'of the people') + -ity (noun suffix forming abstract nouns denoting a state or quality).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The celebrity's wedding got so much publicity that even aliens probably heard about it.”
“The company's publicity department works around the clock to promote new products.”
“Sometimes bad publicity is better than no publicity at all.”
“The restaurant owner hired a publicity agent after his soup made customers cry - not from emotion, but from too much salt.”
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