Formal and Informal Expressions of announced

In different contexts, you can replace 'announced' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'declare, proclaim' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'let everyone know, put it out there' is a commonplace synonym.

announced: Explore its Definition & Usage

announced Definition

to make a public or formal statement, especially about something that is planned or has happened.

Using announced: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "announced" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

Example
The company announced its plans to expand overseas.
Example
The president announced his resignation in a televised speech.
Example
The winner of the competition will be announced next week.

announced Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for announced

Antonyms for announced

conceal
withhold
suppress

Phrases with announced

announce oneself
to introduce oneself formally or publicly
Example
He knocked on the door and announced himself as the new neighbor.
announce one's arrival
to let someone know that you have arrived at a place
Example
She called her friend to announce her arrival at the airport.
announce a winner
to publicly declare the winner of a competition or contest
Example
The host will announce the winner of the singing competition at the end of the show.

Origins of announced

from Old French 'anoner', meaning 'to proclaim'

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Summary: announced in Brief

To 'announce' [əˈnaʊnst] is to make a public or formal statement, especially about something that is planned or has happened. It is often used in the context of news, events, or decisions, such as 'The company announced its plans to expand overseas.' 'Announce' can also be used in phrases like 'announce oneself,' meaning to introduce oneself formally or publicly, and 'announce a winner,' meaning to publicly declare the winner of a competition or contest.