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Advertisement - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

An advertisement is a paid message promoting a product, service, or idea to attract attention and persuade people to take action, often seen in media like TV, print, or online.

advertisement

/ˌædvərˈtaɪzmənt/ /ədˈvɜːtɪsmənt/

Definition:

A notice or announcement promoting a product, service, or event to the public.

Synonyms:

commercial, promotion, announcement, publicity

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

concealment, secrecy

Common Collocations:

television advertisement, online advertisement, print advertisement, job advertisement

Derivatives:

advertise, advertiser, advertising

Usage Tips:

Use "advertisement" for formal promotions; "ad" is its informal abbreviation.

Common Phrases:

classified advertisement, display advertisement, public service advertisement

Etymology:

From Latin "advertere," meaning "to turn toward," via French "avertissement."

Examples:

  • 1. She saw an advertisement for a new phone online.
  • 2. The company placed an advertisement in the local newspaper.
  • 3. He ignored the pop-up advertisement on his screen.
  • 4. Their creative advertisement won an industry award.

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