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/ˌædvərˈtaɪzmənt/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A notice or announcement in a public medium promoting a product, service, or event.
He saw an advertisement for a new smartphone in the magazine.
The activity of producing advertisements for commercial products or services.
She works in the advertisement industry, creating campaigns for various brands.
A public notice designed to inform or persuade.
The advertisement for the local concert attracted a large audience.
Etymology
Late 16th century from the Latin 'advertisementum', from 'advertise' (meaning to turn attention to) + '-ment' (indicating action or result).
Common Phrases and Expressions
advertising campaign
A series of related advertisements intended to promote a product or service over a period of time.
advertisement hoarding
A large billboard or structure displaying advertisements.
word-of-mouth advertising
Promotion through personal recommendation and conversation, rather than paid ads.
Related Words
advertise
To promote or publicize a product, service, or event to attract attention.
advertiser
A person or company that creates and places advertisements.
advertorial
A type of advertisement designed to look like an article or editorial content.
Slang Meanings
An over-the-top, often exaggerated promotional effort.
That new clothing line is all about loud advertisements, they really went overboard with the ad campaign!
To refer to something as being excessively promoted or hyped.
Stop with the advertisement for that movie, it's not even that good!