announce

UK: əˈnaʊns | US: əˈnaʊns

Definition
  1. vt. to make a formal or public statement about something

  2. vt. to declare something officially or ceremonially

  3. vt. to introduce or present (e.g., a speaker or program)

Structure
an <to, toward>nounce <speak, report>an <to, toward>nounce <speak, report>
Etymology

The word "announce" traces back to Latin "annuntiare," combining "ad-" (toward) and "nuntiare" (to report). It entered Middle English via Old French "annoncer," retaining the core idea of "making something known publicly." The morpheme "nounce" appears in related words like "denounce" (speak against) and "pronounce" (speak formally), showcasing its enduring link to communication.

Examples
  1. The mayor will announce the new policy tomorrow.

  2. They announced their engagement at the family dinner.

  3. The host announced the winner of the competition.

  4. The company announced a merger with its rival.

  5. A loudspeaker announced the delay of the flight.