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noun

Definition of acclaim

as in applause

public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement many people were involved in the search, but the person who actually found the missing girl got all the acclaim

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verb

ə-ˈklām

as in to praise

to declare enthusiastic approval of she has long been acclaimed by the critics for her realistic acting

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Noun

The movie, which received widespread critical acclaim upon its release, also won Arquette, 58, an Oscar for her role as Olivia Evans. — Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026 The group, whose sound has often been described as melodic hardcore and alternative rock, has released four albums, each to more success and acclaim than the last. — Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026

Verb

Dismissed on its release, Possession has become recognized as one of the essential horror films of its era, acclaimed largely for its direction and Adjani’s frenzied performance — two elements that wouldn’t work without Neill’s grounding presence. — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 14 July 2026 Pattinson joins the ranks, as does acclaimed Ivorian actor Isaach De Bankolé, who plays Farok, a disenchanted Fedaykin death commando (essentially, a former Atreides guard). — Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for acclaim

Recent Examples of Synonyms for acclaim

Noun

The family watched the video of Gad’s tribute and the raucous applause that followed.

— Jenelle Riley, Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026
The colossal balete next to the chapel and barangay hall appeared to lean closer to the site of the capture, the shivering of leaves and roots and branches registering in the air as vague applause.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of applause

Verb

During nine years as Manchester mayor, Burnham was praised standing up to central government on behalf of a proud, battle-scarred northern city that gave birth to the Industrial Revolution, movements for social change and a dynamic music scene.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026
He’s been praised openly by his fellow receivers, cornerback Jaycee Horn and head coach Dave Canales over the past few days.

— Mike Kaye July 31, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026

Definition of praise

Noun

The response has poured in through a parade of international accolades and enduring global success.

— Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Davido has lived his entire adult life in public, and has weathered celebration, scrutiny, controversy, warranted criticism, deserved accolades, and unimaginable loss under a microscope.

— Ivie Ani, VIBE.com, 30 July 2026

Definition of accolade

Verb

But the fact that this super team from LA added another not-so-secret weapon in its bid for a three-peat was not universally applauded by baseball fans.

— Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2026
And in this economy, any fresh opportunity is cause for celebration, so take a moment to applaud yourself.

— Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of applaud

Noun

That’s how things were during his 12 seasons for Borussia Dortmund, often carrying the hopes of a team that were constantly chasing Bayern Munich, usually without much luck, glory just out of reach.

— Nick Miller, New York Times, 31 July 2026
Olave started thriving once Shough took over as the team’s starting quarterback, quickly finding chemistry with his new signal-caller, and the Saints clearly believe that connection will lead them to playoff glory once more.

— Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026

Definition of glory

Verb

Hall of Fame shortstop and long-time Yankees captain Derek Jeter knows all about playing under a microscope in New York, where every good move is hailed as great and even a tiny miscue is cause for alarm.

— Chuck Murr, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
The main threats from the stronger storms are damaging wind gusts and hail up to quarter-sized, the weather service said.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of hail

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The guide, released Monday, creates a framework for approving projects under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, which allows countries to trade emission reduction credits to help meet global climate targets.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
To his credit, Joe wastes no time organizing the swim platform and coordinating that afternoon’s excursion.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 4 Aug. 2026

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