DECLARATION Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

declaration

noun

ˌde-klə-ˈrā-shən

Definition of declaration

as in assertion

a solemn and often public declaration of the truth or existence of something once the delegates had made the declaration that the colonies were henceforth independent of Great Britain, their fate was sealed

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Recent Examples of declaration The Implementing Act update introduces operational modifications by member states and industry stakeholders that include simplified declarations for micro and small primary operators. — Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 16 July 2026 Aside from the one juror who voted not guilty, 11 others voted in favor of convicting King on the charge of corrupt influence retaliation against a witness, Saulter told reporters shortly after the declaration of a mistrial. — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026 Reaction to Vatican excommunication De Piante said a handful of families skipped the first Sunday mass after the Vatican’s declaration because they were troubled by the news. — Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026 That was the biggest monthly drop since April 2020, just after the Covid pandemic declaration. — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for declaration

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In an address from the White House tonight, the president sought to reveal proof for his baseless assertions of a 2020 vote marred by fraud.

— Michael Scherer, The Atlantic, 17 July 2026
But many of his claims, which echo his assertions after losing the 2020 election, have been debunked by investigations, audits or court proceedings.

— Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 17 July 2026

Definition of assertion

Noun

Iran on Tuesday claimed that more than 200 non-Iranian vessels coordinated with its Persian Gulf Strait Authority in the three weeks after the MOU was signed, but CNN could not independently verify that claim.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
The Department of Homeland Security has claimed that both of the drivers attempted to run over law enforcement agents, but has not provided evidence to back up those claims.

— Philip Wang, Time, 14 July 2026

Definition of claim

Noun

Vague language in the MoU sought to disguise irreconcilable differences between the US demand – supported by much of the international community – for freedom of navigation in and out of the Gulf, and Iran’s insistence on managing shipping.

— Tim Lister, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
This insistence on the primacy of IMAX can send the message that there’s only one true way to see the movie.

— Will Gottsegen, The Atlantic, 16 July 2026

Definition of insistence

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This timing aligns with the recent conclusion of the World Cup and parent company Take-Two's August 7 earnings call, a period historically favored by Rockstar for major announcements.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
The announcement Monday followed investigations into former football coach Sherrone Moore’s relationship with his executive assistant and a probe into the athletic department.

— Larry Lage, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026

Definition of announcement

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Sanders noted that the president’s proclamation, which imposed a partial travel ban on holders of Antigua and Barbuda passports, contained several factual errors.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026
And the proclamation sets out the guideposts for how these federal agencies are to manage those lands.

— Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 16 July 2026

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