Promulgate: meaning, definitions and examples

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promulgate

 

[ ˈprɒməlɡeɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

spread information

To promulgate means to make known or spread information or a belief. It can also refer to the formal proclamation of a new law or decree.

Synonyms

announce, disseminate, publicize

Examples of usage

  • The government promulgated new regulations to protect the environment.
  • The company promulgated its commitment to diversity and inclusion through a public statement.

Translations

Translations of the word "promulgate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 promulgar

🇮🇳 प्रख्यापित करना

🇩🇪 verkünden

🇮🇩 mengumumkan

🇺🇦 проголошувати

🇵🇱 ogłaszać

🇯🇵 公布する (kōfu suru)

🇫🇷 promulguer

🇪🇸 promulgar

🇹🇷 ilan etmek

🇰🇷 공포하다 (gongpohada)

🇸🇦 يعلن

🇨🇿 vyhlásit

🇸🇰 vyhlásiť

🇨🇳 颁布 (bānbù)

🇸🇮 razglasiti

🇮🇸 kunngera

🇰🇿 жариялау

🇬🇪 გამოცხადება (gamocxadeba)

🇦🇿 elan etmək

🇲🇽 promulgar

Etymology

The word 'promulgate' originated from the Latin word 'promulgatus,' which means 'published' or 'made publicly known.' The term has been used in legal and formal contexts for centuries, dating back to ancient Rome. Over time, 'promulgate' has evolved to encompass the broader idea of spreading information or beliefs to a wider audience.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,135, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.