announcement

noun

an·​nounce·​ment ə-ˈnau̇n(t)-smənt 

1

: the act of announcing something or of being announced

2

: a public notification or declaration

3

: a piece of formal stationery designed for a social or business announcement

Synonyms

• ad
• advert [chiefly British]
• advertisement
• bulletin
• communiqué
• notice
• notification
• posting
• release

Examples of announcement in a Sentence

Many people were surprised by the government's announcement that there will be a cut in taxes.

I heard an announcement on the loudspeaker saying that the store was closing in 10 minutes.

The company president made an announcement about the merger.

He asked us to pay attention because he had an important announcement to make.

I saw their wedding announcement in the newspaper.

They have been very busy since the announcement of their wedding.

Recent Examples on the Web

While Bravo has yet to make an official announcement regarding her status, speculation is at an all-time high. —Shelby Stewart, Essence, 26 Mar. 2025

Daniel will continue to report to Robert E. Wankel, Chairman & CEO of The Shubert Organization, who made the announcement today. —Greg Evans, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2025

Mayor Maddie Parker will also make a special announcement. —James Russell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2025

On Tuesday morning, the forestry commission updated an earlier announcement to say no evacuations were planned near the Persimmon Ridge Fire, but residents were urged to be prepared to leave their homes if an evacuation is suggested in the future. —Associated Press, Time, 26 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1512, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing announcement

• commercial announcement
• pre-announcement
• public service announcement

Rhymes for announcement

• pronouncement

Kids Definition

announcement

noun

an·​nounce·​ment ə-ˈnau̇n(t)s-mənt 

1

: the act of announcing

2

: a public notice announcing something