Flacking: meaning, definitions and examples
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flacking
[ flรฆkษชล ]
criticism, commentary
Flacking refers to the act of promoting or publicizing something, such as a product or event, often through aggressive marketing or media strategies. The term is commonly used in the context of public relations, where flacks (publicists) work to create positive publicity and manage the image of their clients. It can also carry a negative connotation, implying that the promotion is overly zealous or disingenuous. Therefore, flacking can be seen as a balance between effective promotion and the ethical concerns of manipulating public perception.
Synonyms
advertise, hype, promote, publicize.
Examples of usage
- The company hired a flack to manage their social media presence.
- After the scandal, the flacking team had to work overtime to restore the brand's image.
- Many celebrities rely on professional flacks to handle their public appearances.
Translations
Translations of the word "flacking" in other languages:
๐ต๐น flacking
๐ฎ๐ณ เคซเฅเคฒเฅเคเคฟเคเค
๐ฉ๐ช Flacking
๐ฎ๐ฉ flacking
๐บ๐ฆ ัะปะฐะบัะฝะณ
๐ต๐ฑ flacking
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฉใใญใณใฐ
๐ซ๐ท flacking
๐ช๐ธ flacking
๐น๐ท flacking
๐ฐ๐ท ํ๋ํน
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุงูููุบ
๐จ๐ฟ flacking
๐ธ๐ฐ flacking
๐จ๐ณ ๅผๆๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ flacking
๐ฎ๐ธ flacking
๐ฐ๐ฟ flacking
๐ฌ๐ช แคแแแฅแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ flacking
๐ฒ๐ฝ flacking
Etymology
The term 'flack' originated in the field of journalism in the early 20th century, deriving from the word 'flak', which was originally used to describe anti-aircraft fire. It evolved to describe someone who was in a protective role, often working to shield their client or subject from negative press. Over time, 'flack' became associated with public relations representatives who actively promote and defend their clients in the media. The professionalization of public relations in the mid-20th century led to the widespread use of the term in the context of marketing and communication. Today, 'flacking' implies a sometimes aggressive approach to media relations, where reputation management and brand image are paramount.