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Clout: meaning, definitions and examples

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clout

 

[ klaสŠt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

influence power

Clout refers to a person's or group's influence, power, or authority, particularly in politics or social settings. It is often associated with the ability to sway opinions or decisions based on one's status or reputation. The term is frequently used in both formal and informal contexts, illustrating the reach one has in particular spheres such as business, entertainment, or social media. Many people strive to gain clout, as it can lead to various advantages and opportunities.

Synonyms

authority, influence, leverage, power, weight

Examples of usage

  • She has a lot of clout in the fashion industry.
  • His clout in the political arena helped him secure funding for the project.
  • They are seeking to increase their clout on social media platforms.

Translations

Translations of the word "clout" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น influรชncia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคญเคพเคต

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Einfluss

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengaruh

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะฟะปะธะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wpล‚yw

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฝฑ้ŸฟๅŠ›

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท influence

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ influencia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท etki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜ํ–ฅ๋ ฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ููˆุฐ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vliv

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vplyv

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฝฑๅ“ๅŠ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vpliv

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รกhrif

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำ™ัะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ•แƒšแƒ”แƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™sir

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ influencia

Etymology

The term 'clout' has its origins in the Middle English word 'clute,' which meant 'clot' or 'lump.' Its evolution into the modern context began in the 15th century, where it began to signify influence or power. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, 'clout' gained traction in American English, particularly within political and social discussions. It was often used to describe the influence held by various politicians or figures within their communities. Over time, 'clout' expanded its usage to include social and cultural spheres, especially in discussions about celebrities and influencers in the digital age. Today, the term encapsulates a broad range of meanings, from traditional forms of influence to new-age social media leverage.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,417, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.