Acclaim Definition & Meaning
acclaim
- noun
- enthusiastic approval; "the book met with modest acclaim"; "he acknowledged the plaudits of the crowd"; "they gave him more eclat than he really deserved"
- verb
- praise vociferously; "The critics hailed the young pianist as a new Rubinstein"
- clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval
"Acclaim" in song lyrics
See how acclaim is used in real songs:
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"Rippin up your frame, it's the critical acclaim"
Delinquent Habits — No Identity -
"settle for fame, and play the game instead of critical acclaim"
Freestyle (Arsonists) — Focus -
"picture 1994 plymouth acclaim"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with acclaim
Usage tips for "acclaim"
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