exclaim

verb

ik-ˈsklām How to pronounce exclaim (audio)
Definition of exclaimnext
as in to shout
to utter with a sudden burst of strong feeling the whole team exclaimed with one voice, "We won!"

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Recent Examples of exclaim Georgeff exclaimed shortly after beginning the walk, which her friends helped organize. — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2026 Jowsey was having a moment with Juliana when Sammy exclaimed her painting was done. — Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 26 Aug. 2026 Kiana's older sister Lani exclaimed, while lovingly tickling the baby. — Olivia Young, CBS News, 28 July 2026 Goldberg exclaimed of the star’s set during the halftime show, which also included BTS, Justin Bieber, and more. — Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for exclaim
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exclaim
  1. shout
  2. roar
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  • Her removal sparked immediate friction in the room, with several audience members shouting and arguing with Eggers over the decision.
    — Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2026
  • But the Rodriguez and other members of the Cuban delegation began banging the desks, calling for a point of order and shouting insults at Waltz.
    — Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of shout
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  • Superstars at both ends, tempers ready to flare, world-class soccer, and a roaring Camp Nou crowd.
    — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2026
  • More than 17,000 Atlanta fans roared the Dream to a thumping 26-point victory and a 2-1 lead in the WNBA Finals series against the Golden State Valkyries.
    — Don Riddell, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of roar

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