publicize

verb

pub·​li·​cize ˈpə-blə-ˌsīz How to pronounce publicize (audio)
publicized; publicizing
Synonyms of publicizenext

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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How people reacted to his story once it was publicized in 2005 still sticks with him, too. Alex Zietlow, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026 How people reacted to his story once it was publicized in 2005 still sticks with him, too. Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026 Treasury must publicize the match and issue guidance for private-sector donors who want to contribute to the workers’ IRAs, according to the order. Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 30 Apr. 2026 Fullerton plans to publicize the image to its school community by mid-May. Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026 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 6 May. 2026.

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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