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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But Trump's mix of policies – deploying the military to the border, restricting asylum, publicizing deportations – have all made for powerful messaging. Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 26 May 2025 While this statement was publicized in May 2025, when the documentary was released, Reubens’ last words actually came right after his death. Keith Langston, People.com, 25 May 2025 The idea was familiar: sponsor the wildly risky adventure, find someone physically attractive and willing to imperil their own life, sign them to an exclusive tell-all deal, publicize the thing to the max, and make a fortune on book sales. / Cbs News, CBS News, 25 May 2025 Officials have expressed concern about a lack of formal training, and there is an apprehension that podcasters might not always grasp the nuances of criminal investigations or the implications of publicizing sensitive information. Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 May 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 30 May. 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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