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
  • 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
Noun
  • Danny DeVito, Lucy DeVito and Jake DeVito produced the film, which premiered at SXSW 2026 to critical acclaim.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
  • After receiving national acclaim for redefining Korean-American cuisine in Chicago, husband and wife celebrity chefs Beverly Kim and Johnny Clark are embarking on a new culinary venture, one that brings them to downtown Evanston.
    — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of acclaim
Noun
  • Upon her return to Chase Center, Los Angeles Sparks guard Kate Martin receives a pregame tribute video and a standing ovation; Martin played one season for the Valkyries before being cut in training camp this year.
    — Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
  • That production's final appearance in 1980 ignited a 45-minute ovation.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of ovation
Noun
  • And there are people that probably get concerned about an 18- or 19-year-old kid being in that position and the notoriety and the fame.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Fans of Peacock’s cozy drama about friendship, family, and fame will soon be reunited with their favorite ladies.
    — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of fame
Noun
  • The specter of the takeover wasn't apparent on Wednesday morning; the convocation itself was a large-scale pep rally, featuring live music, games, cheering, and dancing, all to boost morale and propel teachers forward.
    — Lacey Beasley, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Felix Anudike-Uzomah The Lee Summit’s and K-State graduate found his way into Chiefs fans’ hearts for his enthusiastic reaction to getting drafted by his hometown team and walking through the cheering crowd at the draft held in Kansas City.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of cheering
Noun
  • Petviashvili’s repute has grown steadily since her early debut.
    — The Editors of ARTnews, ARTnews.com, 28 July 2026
  • Maybe that’s in free agency with Cooper Rush or Joshua Dobbs — the only veterans of any sort of repute still available — or in a trade or waiver claim.
    — Zack Rosenblatt, New York Times, 25 June 2026
Definition of repute
Noun
  • Artist Ryan Presley, who is a member of the Marri Ngarr people of the Northern Territory of Australia, has just been awarded the Telstra art prize, the most prestigious First Nations accolade in Australia.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Zach Cregger, Lana Condor, Miguel, Alexandra Shipp and Jim Cummings will also receive accolades at the short film fest.
    — Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of accolade
Noun
  • The recent disclosures illustrate how quickly those distinctions can become politically significant.
    — Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Canyon Crest Academy La Jolla comes off its first San Diego Section Open Division championship, while Cathedral Catholic holds the distinction of becoming the first San Diego Section school to reach the Southern California Regional Division 1 final.
    — Glae Thien, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 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 9 Aug. 2026.

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