announcement
uh-NOWNS-muhnt
Announcement (noun) means a public or formal statement telling people about something. Example: “The company made an announcement about the new product launch.”
noun
1
A public or formal statement telling people about something.
"The company made an announcement about the new product launch."
"There was an announcement over the airport speakers about the delayed flight."
"The head teacher read out an announcement about the school trip at assembly."
How to use announcement
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething said or written to tell people a piece of news officially.
Common pairings
make an announcement
official announcement
announcement of engagement
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Etymology
From French annoncement, built from announce plus the noun-forming suffix -ment.
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Rhymes for announcement
cement
element
clement
movement
pavement
tenement
inclement
abatement
amusement
statement
agreement
excrement
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Frequently asked questions
What does “announcement” mean?
The word “announcement” means a public or formal statement telling people about something. In plain terms, something said or written to tell people a piece of news officially.
How do you pronounce “announcement”?
“Announcement” is pronounced uh-NOWNS-muhnt (/əˈnaʊns.mənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “announcement” in a sentence?
Here is “announcement” used in a sentence: “The company made an announcement about the new product launch.”
What is another word for “announcement”?
Words with a similar meaning to “announcement” include proclamation and publication.
What part of speech is “announcement”?
“Announcement” is a noun.
Where does the word “announcement” come from?
The word “announcement” comes from French. From French annoncement, built from announce plus the noun-forming suffix -ment.
Is “announcement” a common word?
“Announcement” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between an announcement and a statement?
An announcement is a public or formal message that tells people about something new, often for the first time, such as a product launch. A statement is a broader term for any declared position or account and does not necessarily reveal fresh news.
Which preposition follows announcement: of or about?
You make an announcement of something to state that it will happen, as in an announcement of the results, and an announcement about a topic to describe what it concerns. Both are correct, with "of" tending to introduce the specific news and "about" the general subject.
What is the difference between an announcement and a notice?
An announcement is usually spoken or delivered as a formal message drawing attention to news, while a notice is often a written or posted item informing people of a fact or requirement. A notice can be routine and static, whereas an announcement typically marks something newly revealed.
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