Find Synonyms
publication Synonyms
Another word for publication
Choosing another word for publication depends on context, so the 20 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The preparation and issuing of a book, journal, piece of music, or other work for public sale or distribution.
Usage Example
"The author is busy revising the final chapters of her manuscript ahead of its scheduled publishing in the autumn."
Strongest
publishing
Strong
issuance
release
printing
distribution
circulation
• noun (Context 2)
A book, magazine, newspaper, journal, or other printed or digital work that has been published.
Usage Example
"Her research findings have appeared in several prestigious scientific publications over the past decade."
Strong
periodical
journal
magazine
book
volume
Weak
issue
edition
• noun (Context 3)
The action of making something generally known; formal public announcement or promulgation.
Usage Example
"The immediate promulgation of the committee's inquiry results helped restore public trust in the institution."
Strongest
promulgation
Strong
proclamation
announcement
disclosure
dissemination
declaration
broadcasting
Opposites of publication
The opposite of publication shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
suppression
secrecy
concealment
censorship
withholding
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Publication. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/publication