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réclame

noun

rā-ˈkläm How to pronounce réclame (audio)
Definition of réclamenext
1
as in applause
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval one of those rare films that are the recipient of both critical and popular réclame

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2
as in acclaim
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement the great réclame that the novelist enjoyed in his lifetime soon faded after his death

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  1. applause
  2. acclaim
  3. ovation
  4. fame
  5. cheering
  6. repute
  7. accolade
  8. distinction
Noun
  • Since then, Daniel’s Miami has earned applause and awards, including being named one of the best steakhouses in the world by The World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2026
  • The self-loathing that burns in the creators, who are willing to harm their homeland just to get applause from antisemites around the world, is inconceivable and constitutes a betrayal of the state.
    — Tom Tapp, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2026
Definition of applause
Noun
  • Lucien Smith, a multidisciplinary artist who garnered national acclaim in the 2010s, has died at 37.
    — Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026
  • For decades, Okonedo has worked consistently and to great acclaim.
    — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of acclaim
Noun
  • Breaks His Father’s Awards Record With Posthumous Emmy Win The late actor, writer, and director received a minute-long standing ovation at the Creative Arts Emmys.
    — Britina Cheng, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2026
  • But then former Chelsea forward Kai Havertz, who was excellent throughout and received a standing ovation when substituted, equalised as Emi Martinez struggled to get down in time.
    — Jack Lang, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of ovation
Noun
  • But beyond the glory lies a turbulent story of fame, influence, and controversy that nearly destroyed him.
    — Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Firstman rose to fame during the pandemic through is viral satirical impression videos on Instagram.
    — Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of fame
Noun
  • My biggest takeaway from engulfing myself in a Vegas book for the umpteenth time was the cheering and screaming every time a player approached the end zone.
    — Doug Kezirian, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Alonso, who was warming up along the left-field line, tipped his cap and tapped his mitt to acknowledge the cheering crowd when he was introduced over the public-address system.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of cheering
Noun
  • And the ecological values of roadless areas are beyond repute.
    — Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Petviashvili’s repute has grown steadily since her early debut.
    — The Editors of ARTnews, ARTnews.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of repute
Noun
  • Before her untimely death in 2016, Laurer racked up a series of record-breaking professional accolades.
    — Tanya Fevzi, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Related Explore See latest videos, charts and news But, despite that wealth of experience and accolades, Latifah had some trepidation about signing on as a coach on The Voice.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of accolade
Noun
  • That distinction matters because quantum communication demands extremely high efficiency.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2026
  • By defying those distinctions, terrorists reproduce the worst of nature’s rages.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of distinction
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“Réclame.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/r%C3%A9clame. Accessed 18 Sep. 2026.

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