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Meaning of Publicize
to make something widely known
Definitions
- To give publicity to a product, service, or idea in order to attract attention and interest
- * To make something widely known, especially in order to influence people's opinions or behavior
Etymology of Publicize
The word "publicize" originated in the mid-19th century from the combination of "public" and the suffix "-ize", which is a verb-forming suffix
It is derived from the Old French word "public", which is itself derived from the Latin word "publicus", meaning "of or pertaining to the people"
Historically, the word "publicize" was first used to describe the act of making something known to the general public, and its usage has evolved to encompass a wide range of contexts, including marketing, advertising, and media
Example Uses
- The company will publicize the new product through social media and television advertisements
- * The charity is trying to publicize the issue of climate change and its impact on local communities
- * The artist's latest work will be publicized through a series of exhibitions and interviews