promulgate

/ˈprɑməlˌɡeɪt/
verb
  1. To make a law, rule, or official announcement known to the public; to proclaim.
    • The king promulgated a decree granting more rights to citizens.
    • The school board promulgated a policy requiring uniforms.
    • The government will promulgate the new tax regulations next month.
  2. To spread or promote an idea, belief, or theory widely.
    • The scientist promulgated her theory about climate change at the conference.
    • The organization works to promulgate the importance of recycling.
    • Social media helps promulgate new trends very quickly.
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