What is Acclaim?

Hey there, word wizards! Are you ready to expand your vocabulary and discover a brand new word that’s perfect for 4th graders? Buckle up, because we’re about to unveil a gem that will impress your teachers and friends!

Acclaim

/əˈklām/

Acclaim is the same as salute, approve, or praise, congratulate, and celebrate. It’s different than people’s criticism or the things you wouldn’t compliment.

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Imagine you’re at a concert and your favorite band just finished playing an amazing song. Everyone is jumping up and down, cheering, and maybe even chanting the band’s name. That’s kind of like acclaim! It’s when people give something a big thumbs up and show their excitement with lots of praise.

Think about winning a game at school. Your classmates might cheer your name or give you high fives. That’s a smaller version of acclaim too!

The word “acclaim” is like a fancy way of saying someone did something so good, everyone wants to shout about it and show their approval.

Example Sentence

The new puppy won acclaim for its tricks!

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