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acclaim

[əˈkleɪm]

acclaim Definition

  • 1praise enthusiastically and publicly
  • 2public approval or praise

Using acclaim: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "acclaim" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The movie was acclaimed by critics.

  • Example

    The singer was acclaimed for her powerful voice.

  • Example

    The book received critical acclaim.

  • Example

    The play was met with great acclaim from the audience.

acclaim Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for acclaim

Antonyms for acclaim

Phrases with acclaim

  • something that has brought someone or something public recognition or fame

    Example

    His discovery of the new planet was his claim to fame.

  • praise given by critics to a work of art, literature, or music

    Example

    The film received critical acclaim for its innovative storytelling.

  • public approval or praise for someone or something

    Example

    The politician won popular acclaim for his efforts to improve education.

Origins of acclaim

from Latin 'acclamare', meaning 'to shout at'

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Summary: acclaim in Brief

'Acclaim' [əˈkleɪm] is a verb and noun that means to praise enthusiastically and publicly or public approval or praise. It is often used in the context of art, literature, music, and performances, as in 'The movie was acclaimed by critics.' 'Acclaim' can also be used in phrases like 'acclaim to fame,' referring to something that has brought someone or something public recognition or fame.