communique

/kəˈmjɪˌniːk/ or /kɒmjɪˈniːk/

Definitions

1. noun

A message or statement issued officially, typically by a government or organization, to inform the public or the media of a particular situation or event.

“The government released a communique stating that they would be working closely with neighboring countries to resolve the conflict.”

2. noun

A message sent secretly, often between spies or agents.

“The spy received a coded communique from their handler with instructions on how to proceed with the mission.”

3. verb

To issue or send a message or statement officially.

“The company will communique its new policy to all employees through a company-wide email.”

Synonyms

  • announcement
  • message
  • statement

Antonyms

  • denial
  • retraction