Search Dictionary
Definition of pamphlet

pamphlet

/ˈpæm.flət/
pam · phlet
Plural:pamphlets
JUMP TO:

pamphlet Lexical Profile

pamphlet Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A small, unbound booklet or leaflet containing information or arguments about a single subject.

Example

"The health clinic distributed a helpful pamphlet outlining the benefits of a balanced diet and regular exercise."

2

A short printed publication, usually without a firm cover, written to advocate a specific political, religious, or social cause.

Example

"During the revolution, activists secretly printed and distributed political pamphlets to rally the citizens."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for pamphlet
Antonyms
View all antonyms for pamphlet

• Nearby Words

pampas grass
pamper
pampered
pamphlet
pamphleteering
pan
panacea

Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'pamflet', derived from 'Pamphilet', the familiar Old French name for the popular 12th-century Latin love poem 'Pamphilus, seu de Amore', which was widely circulated as a small, unbound booklet.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pamphlet. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pamphlet
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.