Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
by-word-of-mouth
phrase
/baɪ wɜrd əv maʊθ/
Definition
The act of communicating information or opinions informally through conversation rather than through written communication or formal channels.
Examples
- Many restaurants gain popularity by word-of-mouth recommendations from satisfied customers.
- The new film received rave reviews, spreading by word-of-mouth across social circles.
- Her success in the industry was largely due to by-word-of-mouth referrals from past clients.
Meaning
By-word-of-mouth refers to the way that information is passed from person to person through spoken communication.
Synonyms
- verbally
- orally
- informally
- through conversation
