The difference between Announce and Make known
When used as verbs, announce means to give public notice, especially for the first time, whereas make known means to announce (some information) generally.
check bellow for the other definitions of Announce and Make known
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Announce as a verb (transitive):
To give public notice, especially for the first time; to make known
Examples:
"synonyms: proclaim"
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Announce as a verb (transitive):
To pronounce; to declare by judicial sentence.
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Make known as a verb (transitive):
To announce (some information) generally.
Examples:
"The decision was made known when it appeared on the evening news."
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Make known as a verb (transitive):
To disclose (a secret).
Examples:
"I wouldn't make this known to anyone else, if I were you."