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advert
As a noun, this term is a common British English clipping of advertisement. It carries a commercial and utilitarian tone, typically referring to printed or digital notices. In American English, the term ad is far more prevalent, while advert is perceived as distinctly Commonwealth in origin.
As a verb, the word functions in a highly formal or literary register. It describes the act of mentioning something, often with a sense of deliberate caution or strategic omission. This usage is rare in casual conversation and is primarily found in legal, academic, or official transcripts.
Meanings
Examples
I saw a funny advert for a new brand of cereal on the bus.
We need to place a classified advert in the local paper.
That advert is far too long for a thirty second slot.
The company spent thousands on a full page advert.
I wonder if they will run the advert again next week.
The lawyer did not advert to the previous ruling during the trial.
He failed to advert to the importance of the deadline.
Allow me to advert to a point mentioned earlier in the meeting.