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ACCLAIM

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Acclaim.

How to pronounce acclaim:

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Acclaim - as a noun

Enthusiastic approval

Example: "The book met with modest acclaim"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acclamation17eclat7plaudit10plaudits11

Acclaim - as a verb

Praise vociferously

Example: "The critics hailed the young pianist as a new rubinstein"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hail7herald10

Clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
applaud12clap8spat6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
gesticulate14gesture8motion8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Her performance received great acclaim from the audience."
"The film won critical acclaim and several awards."
"The artist's work is gaining international acclaim."
"The book was published to great public acclaim."
"The actor has achieved widespread acclaim for his talent."
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Word Game Points

Is ACCLAIM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, acclaim is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ACCLAIM has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is ACCLAIM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, acclaim is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ACCLAIM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is ACCLAIM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, acclaim is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ACCLAIM has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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