Middle

acclaim

/əˈkleɪm/

ac · claim ə · ˈkleɪm

English Definition

v./n. praise publicly

中文释义

称赞，喝彩

Significado en Español

aclamar, elogiar

한국어 뜻

갈채, 찬사

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

hoan hô, ca ngợi

Example Sentence

The film was acclaimed by critics.

此电影获好评。

Synonyms

praise cheer

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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧

ac(strengthen)+claim(shout)

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to “acclaim” as used in the sentence: The actor received widespread acclaim for his powerful performance.

A criticism
B applause
C indifference
D confusion

Show answer

B — applause. “acclaim” means v./n. praise publicly

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

Critics were quick to ______ the young pianist's brilliant debut.

A mock
B acclaim
C scold
D ignore

Show answer

B — acclaim. “acclaim” means v./n. praise publicly

Common questions about “acclaim”

What does “acclaim” mean?

acclaim — v./n. praise publicly. In Chinese: 称赞，喝彩.

How do you pronounce “acclaim”?

acclaim is pronounced /əˈkleɪm/. It breaks into 2 syllables: ac · claim.

How do you use “acclaim” in a sentence?

The film was acclaimed by critics. (此电影获好评。)

What are synonyms for “acclaim”?

praise, cheer — all close in meaning to acclaim (v./n. praise publicly).

Is “acclaim” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. acclaim appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “acclaim”?

ac(strengthen)+claim(shout)

Progress / 学习进度

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2% through this level

Mastered: 0 / 672 (0%)

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acclaim

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

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