acclaim

²acclaim

noun

Definition of ACCLAIM

1

: the act of acclaiming

2

: praise, applause

Examples of ACCLAIM

1. Her performance in the ballet earned her critical acclaim.
2. She deserves acclaim for all her charitable works.

First Known Use of ACCLAIM

1667

Related to ACCLAIM

Synonyms: glory, accolade, applause, bay(s), credit, distinction, homage, honor, kudos, laud, laurels, props [slang], réclame, sun

Related Words: celebrity, fame, renown, repute; compliment, encomium, eulogy, panegyric, toast, tribute; acclamation, ovation, plaudit, praise, rave, rhapsody; citation, commendation, kudo, note, recommendation; elevation, enshrinement, enthronement, exaltation, glorification

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