Publicized: meaning, definitions and examples

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publicized

 

[ ˈpʌblɪˌzaɪzd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

media exposure

Publicized is the past tense of publicize, which means to make something known to the public, especially through media channels. This could include revealing information in newspapers, television, or online platforms. The aim of publicizing is often to attract attention or promote something, such as an event, a product, or a cause. The act of publicizing can be strategic, focusing on reaching a specific audience to generate interest or awareness.

Synonyms

advertised, announced, broadcasted, promoted

Examples of usage

  • The event was widely publicized in local newspapers.
  • She publicized her new book on social media.
  • The charity publicized their fundraising campaign to gather support.

Translations

Translations of the word "publicized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 publicado

🇮🇳 प्रसिद्ध

🇩🇪 veröffentlicht

🇮🇩 dipublikasikan

🇺🇦 опублікований

🇵🇱 opublikowany

🇯🇵 公表された

🇫🇷 publié

🇪🇸 publicado

🇹🇷 yayınlanan

🇰🇷 공표된

🇸🇦 مُنشر

🇨🇿 publikovaný

🇸🇰 zverejnený

🇨🇳 公开的

🇸🇮 objavljen

🇮🇸 útgefið

🇰🇿 жарияланған

🇬🇪 გამოქვეყნებული

🇦🇿 nəşr olunmuş

🇲🇽 publicado

Word origin

The term 'publicize' dates back to the late 19th century, with its roots in the word 'public,' which comes from the Latin 'publicus,' meaning 'of the people.' The suffix '-ize' is used to create a verb, indicating the action of making public. The evolution of the word reflects the growing importance of media and communication in society, particularly with the rise of newspapers and later, mass media in the 20th century. Publicizing something became a crucial part of marketing and promotional strategies as businesses and organizations sought to reach wider audiences. The advent of the internet and social media has further transformed the way information is publicized, allowing for instant access and widespread dissemination.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,419, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.