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/əˈkleɪm/ · ac·claim
noun
  1. Public praise, approval, or applause. The novel earned critical acclaim and quickly became a bestseller.
verb
  1. To shout or call out loudly. The spectators began to acclaim the champion as he crossed the finish line.
  2. To express great approval of someone or something. She was acclaimed for her innovative contributions to renewable energy.
  3. To salute or welcome enthusiastically with praise. The town acclaimed the returning astronaut with a festive parade.
Did you know? In ancient Rome, citizens would give an 'acclamation'—a loud shout of approval—to signal support for political candidates or victorious generals.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026