publicize

verb

pub·​li·​cize ˈpə-blə-ˌsīz How to pronounce publicize (audio)
publicized; publicizing

transitive verb

: to bring to the attention of the public : advertise

Examples of publicize in a Sentence

The company neglected to publicize the side effects of the new drug. a highly publicized murder trial
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The burglary crew also allegedly hit players with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Memphis Grizzlies, whose identities have not been publicized. Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 19 Feb. 2025 Rocky's trial was highly publicized, in no small part thanks to Rihanna's frequent attendance. Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 19 Feb. 2025 Earlier this month, the AAA publicized new due process guidelines for arbitration involving NIL disputes. Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 14 Feb. 2025 Unlike some leagues, the WNBA hasn’t publicized an exact expansion fee. Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for publicize 

Word History

Etymology

public entry 1 + -ize

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of publicize was in 1832

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“Publicize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/publicize. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

publicize

verb
pub·​li·​cize ˈpəb-lə-ˌsīz How to pronounce publicize (audio)
publicized; publicizing
: to give publicity to

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