exclaim
6 synonyms for exclaim, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To cry out suddenly, usually because of a strong feeling like surprise, pain, or delight.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use exclaim
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
exclaim in surprise
exclaim loudly
Etymology
From Latin exclamare, "to call out" — ex ("out") plus clamare ("to shout").
Full origin of exclaim →Frequently asked questions
What does “exclaim” mean?
The word “exclaim” means to cry out suddenly, usually because of a strong feeling like surprise, pain, or delight. In plain terms, to blurt something out loudly because of a sudden, strong emotion.
How do you pronounce “exclaim”?
“Exclaim” is pronounced ehk-SKLAYM (/ɛkˈskleɪm/ in IPA).
How do you use “exclaim” in a sentence?
Here is “exclaim” used in a sentence: “"Watch out!" she exclaimed as the car sped past.”
What part of speech is “exclaim”?
“Exclaim” is a verb.
Where does the word “exclaim” come from?
The word “exclaim” comes from Latin. From Latin exclamare, "to call out" — ex ("out") plus clamare ("to shout").
