Proclamation: meaning, definitions and examples

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proclamation

 

[ ˌprɒkləˈmeɪʃ(ə)n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

official document

A proclamation is an official public announcement, especially one made by a ruler or government. It is a formal declaration that is often issued for the purpose of making something known to the public.

Synonyms

announcement, declaration, edict

Examples of usage

  • The king issued a proclamation declaring a national holiday.
  • The government's proclamation urged citizens to stay indoors during the storm.
Context #2 | Noun

strong statement

A proclamation can also refer to a strong or important statement that is made public. It can be a declaration of a belief, opinion, or intention that is meant to convey a powerful message.

Synonyms

assertion, declaration, pronouncement

Examples of usage

  • Her proclamation of love for him was met with cheers and applause.
  • The CEO's proclamation about the company's future plans excited the employees.

Translations

Translations of the word "proclamation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 proclamação

🇮🇳 घोषणा

🇩🇪 Proklamation

🇮🇩 proklamasi

🇺🇦 проголошення

🇵🇱 proklamacja

🇯🇵 宣言 (せんげん)

🇫🇷 proclamation

🇪🇸 proclamación

🇹🇷 bildiri

🇰🇷 선언 (宣言)

🇸🇦 إعلان

🇨🇿 proklamace

🇸🇰 proklamácia

🇨🇳 公告

🇸🇮 razglasitev

🇮🇸 yfirlýsing

🇰🇿 жариялау

🇬🇪 განცხადება

🇦🇿 elan

🇲🇽 proclamación

Etymology

The word 'proclamation' originated from the Latin word 'proclamare', which means 'to cry out, declare publicly'. It has been used in English since the late 14th century. Proclamations have been historically used by rulers and governments to make important announcements and declarations to the public.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,820 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.