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/əˈkleɪm/ · ac·claim
noun
- Public praise, approval, or applause. The novel earned critical acclaim and quickly became a bestseller.
verb
- To shout or call out loudly. The spectators began to acclaim the champion as he crossed the finish line.
- To express great approval of someone or something. She was acclaimed for her innovative contributions to renewable energy.
- To salute or welcome enthusiastically with praise. The town acclaimed the returning astronaut with a festive parade.
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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.