acclaim

[ uh-kleym ]

verb (used with object)

1. to welcome or salute with shouts or sounds of joy and approval; applaud:

   to acclaim the conquering heroes.

2. to announce or proclaim with enthusiastic approval:

   to acclaim the new king.

verb (used without object)

1. to make acclamation; applaud.

noun

1. acclamation ( defs 1, 2 ).

acclaim

/ əˈkleɪm /

verb

1. tr to acknowledge publicly the excellence of (a person, act, etc)
2. to salute with cheering, clapping, etc; applaud
3. tr to acknowledge publicly that (a person) has (some position, quality, etc)

   they acclaimed him king

noun

1. an enthusiastic approval, expression of enthusiasm, etc

Derived Forms

• acˈclaimer, noun

Other Word Forms

• ac·claimer noun
• reac·claim verb (used with object)
• unac·claimed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of acclaim¹

From the Latin word acclāmāre, dating back to 1630–40. See ac-, claim

Word History and Origins

Origin of acclaim¹

C17: from Latin acclāmāre to shout at, shout applause, from ad- to + clamāre to shout

Example Sentences

Thanks to an army of volunteers - and more than £30,000 from a community share offer - it recently reopened its doors to great acclaim.

From BBC

Crumb became famous, and while he liked the money and acclaim, he never got comfortable with it.

From Los Angeles Times

Dane has been acclaimed for his role on the show.

From Los Angeles Times

Since its release on 13 March, the acclaimed drama has become the most talked-about show of the year so far.

From BBC

He is the king of Broadway who is currently starring as the Emcee in the critically acclaimed Cabaret in the West End.

From BBC

Related Words

• acclamation
• applause
• commendation
• kudos
• praise
• rave
• recognition