Proclaimed Definition

proclaimed
adjective
  1. declared publicly; made widely known; "their announced intentions"; "the newspaper's proclaimed adherence to the government's policy"

"Proclaimed" in song lyrics

See how proclaimed is used in real songs:

  • "I'm the reason that rock died, some proclaimed"
    DJ Premier & Bumpy Knuckles — The Lah
  • "Why do they call me King? I ain't self proclaimed"
    King Gordy — Pass Me a Lighter

Usage tips for "proclaimed"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "proclaimed" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for proclaimed to find words that pair well.

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