Synonyms of declaration

declaration

noun

ˌde-klə-ˈrā-shən 

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• assertion
• claim
• insistence
• announcement
• proclamation
• affirmation
• allegation
• avowal
• protestation
• profession
• argument
• pronouncement
• asseveration
• avouchment
• confirmation
• justification
• reaffirmation
• vindication
• rationalization
• reason
• reconfirmation

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disavowal
• disclaimer
• question
• dispute
• challenge
• rebuttal
• refutation
• denial
• contradiction
• negation
• confutation
• disproof

Example Sentences

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