1
as in to promote
to provide publicity for
the movie studios widely publicized their summer blockbusters
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in to announce
to make known openly or publicly
the city hasn't done a good job of publicizing the new regulations for its recycling operation
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of publicize
Several appeared visibly shaken, declining to discuss how the patrols were organized or how volunteers communicate, citing safety concerns about publicizing their plans.
—
Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 17 Jan. 2026
Some leagues, like MLS, publicize player salaries, while other contracts get reported in the news or by agents.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 15 Jan. 2026
As of Thursday, fourth-quarter campaign finance reports had not been publicized for all the campaigns, but Ossoff significantly outraised his challengers in the third quarter.
—Julia Mueller, The Hill, 15 Jan. 2026
On Thursday, Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock will meet with Tarrant County Sheriff Bill Waybourn, County Judge Tim O’Hare and other local leaders to publicize the grant program.
—Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for publicize
Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 17 Jan. 2026
Some leagues, like MLS, publicize player salaries, while other contracts get reported in the news or by agents.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 15 Jan. 2026
As of Thursday, fourth-quarter campaign finance reports had not been publicized for all the campaigns, but Ossoff significantly outraised his challengers in the third quarter.
—Julia Mueller, The Hill, 15 Jan. 2026
On Thursday, Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock will meet with Tarrant County Sheriff Bill Waybourn, County Judge Tim O’Hare and other local leaders to publicize the grant program.
—Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for publicize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for publicize
Verb
-
LinkedIn data reveals that employees who combine hard and soft skills get promoted about 8% faster than those who focus only on technical abilities, and skills like communication, teamwork and problem solving are linked to promotions up to 11% faster.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
-
The project was planned to clear the area of outdated and dilapidated buildings, to attract new businesses and promote economic revitalization.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
The increasingly popular computer keyboard brand NuPhy has announced the new NODE 100 LPmechanical keyboard.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
-
The Grizzlies announced the severity of the injury Saturday and said the two-time All-Star would be re-evaluated in approximately three weeks.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
25 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
The bill would also require businesses that sell delivery goods, such as grocery delivery providers or DoorDash, to list a comparison of the delivery price versus the regular price if the goods were to be bought in-person at the store.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
-
Greg Ketter has spent nearly five decades selling comic books and science fiction novels at DreamHaven Books and Comics in Minneapolis.—
Nick Lunemann,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
Julian Barnes wrote about the idea in a short story, ‘The Silence,’ published in 2004.—
Dan Sheehan,
Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
-
Another study published last year in the World Journal of Pediatrics found that the long-term effects of melatonin on children are simply unknown, despite skyrocketing use in pediatric populations globally.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
One of the victims, 18-year-old Kim Kha Huynh, was declared dead at the scene, while a second victim, 34-year-old Phuc Minh Vo of San Jose, died three days later in the hospital.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
-
President Daniel Noboa launched an armed campaign against gangs and declared states of emergency in several provinces, including Manabi, deploying the military to support police operations.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
So go ahead and loudly proclaim your love instead of whispering sweet nothings.—
Cailey Rizzo,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2026
-
Alcaraz proclaimed his name over social media while there was even time for a meeting with Swiss icon Roger Federer, winner of 20 grand slam singles titles during his storied career.—
Patrick Snell,
CNN Money,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
The Troopy Camper is available as a conversion package, and the original demo vehicle is advertised on Autograph's website for £48,000 ($78,500).—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
21 Jan. 2026
-
Ramin Ahmari, the founder of fashion brand Finesse, relies on machine learning to design and advertise miniskirts and shoes to his direct-to-consumer customers.—
Zoya Hasan,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Publicize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/publicize. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
