acclaiming
|ac-claim-ing|
B2
/əˈkleɪmɪŋ/
(acclaim)
public praise
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acclaim' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'acclamare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'clamare' meant 'to shout.'
Historical Evolution
'acclamare' transformed into the French word 'acclamer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'acclaim' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to shout approval,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to praise enthusiastically.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'acclaim'.
The crowd was acclaiming the new champion.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41