Synonyms for

Acclaim

Verb / ʌˈkleɪm / Another word for acclaim — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To praise or express approval for someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

spat clap plaudit applaud eclat boo plaudits herald acclamation hail praise applaud commend hail celebrate cheer salute extol laud exalt honor admire respect revere worship glorify eulogize sanction endorse approve

Synonyms by register

Formal

praise commendation applause endorsement laudation

Informal

cheers props kudos hats off

Literary

ovation eulogy panegyric

Antonyms

criticism disapproval condemnation censure disdain reproach blame

Common collocations

  • receive acclaim
  • win acclaim
  • great acclaim
  • widespread acclaim
  • public acclaim
  • critical acclaim
  • acclaim for
  • acclaim of

Word family

noun acclaim
verb acclaim
adjective acclaimed

Usage note

Acclaim generally refers to enthusiastic public praise and approval. It is often used in the context of artistic or professional achievements.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher gave the student an award to acclaim their hard work.
  2. The crowd erupted in cheers to acclaim the winning team.
  3. The critics acclaimed the movie for its outstanding performances.
  4. The author was acclaimed for their best-selling book.
  5. The president received acclaim for their leadership during a crisis.

Quotes

  • 'The only way to get the best of an argument is to avoid it.' - Dale Carnegie
  • 'Winning isn't everything, but wanting to win is.' - Vince Lombardi
  • 'The best way to predict the future is to invent it.' - Alan Kay

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