Synonyms for
Publicized
Definition
to make something known to the public, usually through the media
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- widely publicized
- publicly publicized
- recently publicized
- extensively publicized
- officially publicized
- newly publicized
- sensationalized and publicized
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Usage note
This word implies making something known to the general public, often through media. It can sometimes carry a slightly negative connotation of excessive or sensational promotion.
Example sentences
- The school publicized the upcoming bake sale by putting up posters around the neighborhood.
- The politician hired a PR firm to publicize his campaign.
- The celebrity publicized her new clothing line on social media.
- The museum publicized their new exhibit with a press release.
- The author went on a book tour to publicize her latest novel.
Quotes
I always joke that my kids' favorite holiday is Mother's Day. They love it when I get publicized because they think it makes them famous, too. - Sherri Shepherd
I'm not interested in being famous. But I do like being publicized when I'm working on a project that I'm proud of. - Patrick Wilson
My mom was my biggest supporter. She always encouraged me to go publicize my talent, and that was my motivation to become a singer. - Gloria Estefan