Definition

To make something known to the public or to promote it widely.

Example

The company decided to publicize its new product through social media campaigns.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you decided how you will publicize your art show?

Not yet, but I was thinking of using social media.

That's a great idea! It can really help to publicize your work.

Exactly, I just need to find the right hashtags.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Publicize → It is formed from "public" (from Latin "publicus", meaning belonging to the people) and "-ize" (a suffix used to form verbs meaning to make or to render). The word "publicize" means to make something known to the people or to render it public.

Memory Tip

Think of making something known to the 'public' — 'public' means belonging to the people, and '-ize' means to make.

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