noun
Common
declaring
dih-KLEH-uh-rihng
Declaring (noun) means the act of formally announcing or making something known. Example: “The declaring of a national holiday brought celebrations across the country.”
noun
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The act of formally announcing or making something known.
"The declaring of a national holiday brought celebrations across the country."
"The declaring of the winner was delayed while the judges counted the votes again."
"His declaring of love in front of everyone made her blush."
How to use declaring
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of officially stating or announcing something.
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Etymology
From "declare" + "-ing."
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What does “declaring” mean?
The word “declaring” means the act of formally announcing or making something known. In plain terms, the act of officially stating or announcing something.
How do you pronounce “declaring”?
“Declaring” is pronounced dih-KLEH-uh-rihng (/dɪˈklɛɹɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “declaring” in a sentence?
Here is “declaring” used in a sentence: “The declaring of a national holiday brought celebrations across the country.”
What part of speech is “declaring”?
“Declaring” is a noun.
Is “declaring” a common word?
“Declaring” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between declaring and announcing?
Declaring is the act of formally announcing or making something known, often carrying an official or emphatic tone, such as declaring war or declaring independence. Announcing is more general and can be used for casual or informal statements as well as formal ones.
Is declaring always used in formal or official contexts?
Declaring often implies formality or emphasis, such as in legal, governmental, or ceremonial contexts, though it can also be used more loosely for confidently stating an opinion or intention.
