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Publicized

Verb / ˈpʌblɪˌsaɪzd / Another word for publicized — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make something known to the public, usually through the media

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Common collocations

  • widely publicized
  • publicly publicized
  • recently publicized
  • extensively publicized
  • officially publicized
  • newly publicized
  • sensationalized and publicized

Word family

adjective publicized
adverb publicly

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

  1. The school publicized the upcoming bake sale by putting up posters around the neighborhood.
  2. The politician hired a PR firm to publicize his campaign.
  3. The celebrity publicized her new clothing line on social media.
  4. The museum publicized their new exhibit with a press release.
  5. 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

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