publicize — to make information about something widely known to the public
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to make information about something widely known to the public
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpʌblɪsaɪz/
Example Sentences
- The CEO decided to publicize his embarrassing dance moves to boost company morale.
- They need to publicize the job openings before the deadline.
- The restaurant owner publicized his secret recipe, and now everyone makes better food than him.
publicize
VERB[/ˈpʌblɪsaɪz/]
to make information about something widely known to the public
a enthusiastic person stands on a small platform holding up colorful flyers and speaking animatedly to a growing crowd. The speaker gestures broadly while distributing promotional materials to eager listeners below. More and more people notice the commotion and begin walking over from different directions. The crowd starts taking flyers and sharing them with others nearby. Some audience members point excitedly at the materials while others nod in understanding. someone making information widely known to the public through active promotion and distribution
Publicize to advertise, and you'll realize the prize!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'publicus' (public, concerning the people), the word combines the root with the productive suffix '-ize' (to make or cause to be). From the 19th century onwards, it evolved from its literal sense of 'making public' to the modern meaning of promoting or publicizing information.
Breakdown
public (from Latin publicus, meaning public or of the people) + -ize (suffix meaning to make or cause to be), literally 'to make public.'
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The CEO decided to publicize his embarrassing dance moves to boost company morale.”
“They need to publicize the job openings before the deadline.”
“The restaurant owner publicized his secret recipe, and now everyone makes better food than him.”
“The university will publicize the research results in next month's journal.”
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