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exclaimed

 

[ ɪksˈkleɪmd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

expressing emotion

To exclaim means to cry out suddenly and passionately, often in response to an emotional stimulus. This word implies an energetic vocal expression, which can be associated with surprise, joy, anger, or any strong feeling. Exclaiming can often amplify the sentiment being expressed, making it more impactful than simply speaking. It is commonly used in dialogues or narratives to highlight a character's emotional reaction.

Synonyms

claimed, proclaimed, shouted, shrieked, yelled

Examples of usage

  • She exclaimed in delight when she saw the surprise.
  • He exclaimed, 'That's incredible!' upon hearing the news.
  • They exclaimed with joy as the fireworks lit up the sky.

Translations

Translations of the word "exclaimed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exclamou

🇮🇳 उद्घोषित किया

🇩🇪 ausgerufen

🇮🇩 berteriak

🇺🇦 викрикнув

🇵🇱 wykrzyknął

🇯🇵 叫んだ

🇫🇷 s'est exclamé

🇪🇸 exclamó

🇹🇷 haykırdı

🇰🇷 외쳤다

🇸🇦 صرخ

🇨🇿 zvolal

🇸🇰 zvolal

🇨🇳 惊叫

🇸🇮 zaklical

🇮🇸 kallaði

🇰🇿 айқайлады

🇬🇪 იყვირა

🇦🇿 hayqırdı

🇲🇽 exclamó

Etymology

The word 'exclaim' originates from the Latin 'exclamare,' which means 'to cry out' or 'to shout.' This Latin term is composed of 'ex-' meaning 'out' and 'clamare' meaning 'to call or shout.' The word transitioned into Middle English as 'exclaime' and was used to denote a loud, sudden expression. Over the centuries, 'exclaim' has retained its original sense of expressing strong emotions vocally. It began appearing in English literature in the 14th century, often emphasizing emotional or dramatic moments in a narrative. The nuance of 'exclaim' suggests a spontaneous outburst, setting it apart from quieter forms of speech.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,227 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.