Promulgation Meaning
/ˌprɒməlˈɡeɪʃən/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe act of promulgating or announcing something, especially a proclamation announcing a new law.
nounAdvocacy on behalf of something.
Sentence Examples
A peace accord in 2006 led to the promulgation of an interim constitution in 2007.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The government's ____ of the new law included a nationwide TV campaign.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ of the new constitution was celebrated as a historic moment for the young democracy.
Word Origin & History
From Middle French promulgation, from Latin prōmulgātiō.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"[…] and, indeed, the impression that Mr Lidmarsh took away with him was that his host's real hobby in life was the promulgation of phonetic reform."
— 1927, Ernest Bramah, Max Carrados Mysteries:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The government's ____ of the new law included a nationwide TV campaign.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ of the new constitution was celebrated as a historic moment for the young democracy.