Advertise

/ˈædvərˌtaɪz/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To make (something) known to the public, especially by paid announcements.

The company decided to advertise its new product on television.

To promote a product, service, or event.

They hired an agency to advertise the upcoming music festival.

To announce publicly, especially in a commercial context.

The restaurant will advertise its special menu for the holidays.

To provide information about job vacancies to attract applicants.

The school is looking to advertise for a new teacher next semester.

From Middle French 'advertir' meaning to inform or notify, derived from Latin 'advertere' meaning to turn towards.

advertise for

To seek or solicit someone for a job or position.

advertise one's wares

To promote one's products or services, especially in a marketplace.

advertise to the masses

To reach a large audience with promotional messages.

A paid announcement, especially in the media.

advertiser

A person or company that advertises products or services.

advertising

The activity of attracting public attention to products or services.

To hit up someone about a sale or service.

I'm going to advertise this event to my friends on social media.

To hype something up, usually in a casual or informal context.

They really know how to advertise their parties to make them look fun.