Definition

A person, usually a man, who creates, writes, or sells advertisements to promote products or services.

Example

The adman came up with a brilliant campaign that increased sales.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about becoming an adman?

Not really, but it sounds interesting!

You'd be great at coming up with creative ideas as an adman.

Maybe I should give it a shot; I love brainstorming new concepts!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Adman is formed from "ad" (from Latin "ad", meaning to or towards) and "man" (from Old English "mann", meaning person). The term refers to a person who works in advertising, indicating someone who is directed towards the field of advertising.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is directed towards advertising ('ad') — that's why an 'adman' is a person in the advertising industry.

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