Synonyms for

Claims

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

Definition

assert or demand as a right

Synonyms & similar words

claim title exact layclaim arrogate disclaim forfeit take call declare proclaim state announce assert avow aver allege profess purport pretend maintain contend insist argue reason plead advance present

Synonyms by register

Formal

assertions declarations contentions affidavits

Informal

statements say-sos boasts pleas

Literary

professions avowals declarations

Antonyms

denials disavowals rejections negations contradictions disputes

Common collocations

  • make claims
  • support claims
  • valid claims
  • false claims
  • legal claims
  • insurance claims
  • lay claim
  • disputed claims

Word family

noun claim
verb claim
adjective claimable

Usage note

As a noun, 'claims' often refers to statements of fact or right, especially ones that are disputed. As a verb, it means to state or assert that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof.

Example sentences

  1. He claims to be the fastest runner in the school.
  2. She claims that she can sing very well.
  3. The company claims that their product is the best in the market.
  4. The insurance company denied my claim.
  5. I filed a claim with the airline for my lost baggage.

Quotes

  • I claim not to have controlled events, but confess plainly that events have controlled me. - Abraham Lincoln
  • I do not claim to have attained optimum emotional well-being. Actually, I think that may be a lifetime goal. But I am committed to a goal of awakening awareness, compassion, and kindness.
  • I don't claim to be a great leader; I claim to be a good listener.

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