Advert

/ˈædvɜːt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An advertisement or notice, especially one intended to promote a product or service.

The company placed an advert in the local newspaper to announce their grand opening.

A public notice or advertisement.

I saw an advert on television that featured the new smartphone.

verb

To refer to or mention something.

In his speech, the president adverted to the need for unity among the people.

To direct one's attention to something.

The report adverted to several key issues that need addressing.

From Latin 'advertere', meaning 'to turn towards'.

advert to

To refer or allude to something.

A public promotion of some product or service.

A public notice or announcement promoting a product or service.

advertising

The activity of producing advertisements for commercial products or services.

I saw a cool ad for that new phone.

Promo

Did you check out the latest promo on the website?