Announced
/əˈnaʊnst/
Definitions
To make known publicly or officially.
/əˈnaʊnst/
To make a public statement about something.
The school announced a delay.
💡 Simply: To tell everyone something important.
More Examples
She proudly announced her engagement.
How It's Used
"The president announced a new economic policy."
"The company announced its merger with a competitor."
Idioms & expressions
announce one's arrival
To make one's presence known upon entering a place.
"He announced his arrival with a loud cough."
From the Old French 'anoüncer', meaning 'to make known'. It evolved through Middle English and reflects a consistent history of conveying information publicly.
Historically, 'announce' was often used in more formal settings, such as royal proclamations. Its usage has broadened significantly in modern times.
Memory tip
Think of an 'announcement' – it's something made known.