publicize

verb

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

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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China’s secrecy, as well as the sensitive military nature of the operation, means Shijian-25’s mission has not been highly publicized. Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2025 Policymakers would be wise to design and implement the AI deals rigorously and publicize the details widely to broaden support. Daniel Benaim, Foreign Affairs, 9 Dec. 2025 The suit was filed Monday in California federal court, but it was not widely publicized until Tuesday. David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 9 Dec. 2025 But what surely will make a more impactful statement is when the cadre of high-profile stars, reportedly still wearing real fur and parading it on Instagram, likewise publicize decisions to step back and eschew real fur in favor of faux. Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 5 Dec. 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 15 Dec. 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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