advertisement
8 synonyms for advertisement, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A public notice or message designed to sell or promote a product, service, or idea.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
publicity notice
advertizing
advertizement
How to use advertisement
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
run an advertisement
print advertisement
classified advertisement
Etymology
From Middle French advertissement, "statement calling attention," related to advertise.
Full origin of advertisement →Frequently asked questions
What does “advertisement” mean?
The word “advertisement” means a public notice or message designed to sell or promote a product, service, or idea. In plain terms, a public message meant to sell or promote something.
How do you pronounce “advertisement”?
“Advertisement” is pronounced uhd-VUR-tihs-muhnt (/ˈædvɚˌtaɪzmənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “advertisement” in a sentence?
Here is “advertisement” used in a sentence: “The magazine was full of perfume advertisements.”
What part of speech is “advertisement”?
“Advertisement” is a noun.
Where does the word “advertisement” come from?
The word “advertisement” comes from Middle French. From Middle French advertissement, "statement calling attention," related to advertise.
Is “advertisement” a common word?
“Advertisement” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
What is the difference between an advertisement and a commercial?
Advertisement is a general term for any public notice or message designed to sell or promote a product, service, or idea, across any medium. Commercial specifically refers to an advertisement broadcast on television or radio.
Is advertisement used the same way in British and American English?
Advertisement is used in both British and American English, though British English commonly shortens it to "advert," while American English tends to shorten it to "ad." The full word advertisement is understood and used in both varieties.
What is the difference between an advertisement and marketing?
An advertisement is a specific message or notice promoting a product or service, while marketing is the broader set of activities, including research, branding, and strategy, used to promote and sell that product or service. Advertising, including individual advertisements, is one part of a wider marketing effort.
