BusinessJuly 15, 2026

advertorial

/ˌædvərˈtɔːriəl/

Definition

A form of advertisement in a publication that is designed to look and read like an objective editorial or news article.

Etymology

The word is a portmanteau blending 'advertisement' and 'editorial.' It emerged in the mid-20th century to describe the strategic marketing technique of masking paid content as unbiased information.

In the news

The term appears in a sidebar section listing available ad spaces, distinguishing these paid promotional content pieces from standard journalism or press releases.

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