Declarations: meaning, definitions and examples

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declarations

[ ˌdɛkləˈreɪʃənz ]

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legal

Formal or explicit statement or announcement

Synonyms

announcement, pronouncement, statement

Examples of usage

He made several declarations about his intentions for the company.
The declaration of independence was a significant moment in history.

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religious

A formal announcement or proclamation

Synonyms

announcement, edict, proclamation

Examples of usage

The Pope issued a declaration on human rights.
The declaration of a new religious doctrine caused controversy.

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customs

A written statement submitted to customs authorities

Synonyms

inventory, manifest, statement

Examples of usage

The traveler filled out a customs declaration before entering the country.
The declaration of goods must be accurate to avoid penalties.

Translations

Translations of the word "declarations" in other languages:

🇵🇹 declarações

🇮🇳 घोषणाएँ

🇩🇪 Erklärungen

🇮🇩 pernyataan

🇺🇦 заяви

🇵🇱 oświadczenia

🇯🇵 宣言

🇫🇷 déclarations

🇪🇸 declaraciones

🇹🇷 beyanlar

🇰🇷 선언

🇸🇦 تصريحات

🇨🇿 prohlášení

🇸🇰 vyhlásenia

🇨🇳 声明

🇸🇮 izjave

🇮🇸 yfirlýsingar

🇰🇿 мәлімдемелер

🇬🇪 განცხადებები

🇦🇿 bəyanatlar

🇲🇽 declaraciones

Word origin

The word 'declarations' originated from the Latin word 'declaratio', which means a clear statement or explanation. It has been used in various contexts, from legal to religious, to customs. Declarations play a crucial role in formal communication and announcements, shaping important events and decisions throughout history.