Announcement

Definition

Announcement is a noun that refers to a public or formal statement made to inform people about something important or new. Announcements are typically made to convey news, decisions, events, or updates to a group or audience.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈnaʊnsmənt/
• Respelling: uh-NOWN-smuhnt

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈnaʊnsmənt/
• Respelling: uh-NOWN-smuhnt

Etymology

The word "announcement" comes from the Latin "annuntiare," which means "to proclaim" or "to announce." This term entered English via the Old French "anoncement" in the 15th century and has been used to denote formal declarations or notifications since then.

Derivatives

• Announce (verb)
• Announcer (noun)
• Announced (adjective)
• Announcing (verb)
• Reannouncement (noun)

Synonyms

• Proclamation
• Declaration
• Notice

Antonyms

• Silence
• Secret
• Withholding

Usage

The term "announcement" is commonly used to describe an official or public statement made to share information with a group. For example, "The company made an announcement about the new product launch," or "He waited for the announcement of the award winners."

Related Terms

• Proclamation: An official public statement or decree.
• Notification: A message that informs someone about something.
• Declaration: A formal statement asserting a position or belief.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A formal or public statement that informs others: Refers to a message intended to share news, decisions, or information with a group.
  • Example: "The principal made an announcement regarding the upcoming event."
• A notice or message broadcast to an audience: Used to describe public or official communications, often through media or at gatherings.
  • Example: "There was an important announcement over the loudspeaker."