publicized
|pub-li-cized|
B2
/ˈpʌblɪˌsaɪzd/
(publicize)
make known
Etymology
Etymology Information
'publicize' originates from the word 'public,' which comes from Latin 'publicus,' meaning 'of the people.'
Historical Evolution
'publicus' transformed into the Old French word 'publique,' and eventually became the modern English word 'public' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'of the people,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make known to the public.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'publicize'.
The event was widely publicized in the media.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41