proclamation
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for proclamation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An official public announcement.
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How to use proclamation
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Etymology
From Old French proclamacion, from Late Latin proclāmātiō, from the verb prōclāmō, "to proclaim."
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What does “proclamation” mean?
The word “proclamation” means an official public announcement. In plain terms, an official, formal statement made to the public.
How do you pronounce “proclamation”?
“Proclamation” is pronounced prok-luh-MAY-shuhn (/ˌpɹɑkləˈmeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “proclamation” in a sentence?
Here is “proclamation” used in a sentence: “The president issued a proclamation declaring a state of emergency.”
What part of speech is “proclamation”?
“Proclamation” is a noun.
Where does the word “proclamation” come from?
The word “proclamation” comes from Late Latin. From Old French proclamacion, from Late Latin proclāmātiō, from the verb prōclāmō, "to proclaim.".
Is “proclamation” a common word?
“Proclamation” is an uncommon word in modern English.