Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

press-agentry

noun

/ˈprɛs ˈeɪdʒəntri/

Definition

The practice of using publicity and media relations to promote an individual, organization, or event.

Examples

The celebrity’s management team relied heavily on press-agentry to keep the public interested in their projects.
Event planners often use press-agentry to attract media coverage for their clients.

Meaning

Press-agentry refers to a form of communication that focuses on gaining public attention and redirecting it towards a specific message, often through the use of sensationalized stories or events.