Synonyms

exclaim

American

[ik-skleym] / ɪkˈskleɪm /

verb (used without object)

to cry out or speak suddenly and vehemently, as in surprise, strong emotion, or protest.

Synonyms:

howl, holler, scream, shriek, yell, vociferate, proclaim, shout

verb (used with object)

to cry out; say loudly or vehemently.

Synonyms:

howl, holler, scream, shriek, yell, vociferate, proclaim, shout

exclaim British

/ ɪkˈskleɪm /

verb

to cry out or speak suddenly or excitedly, as from surprise, delight, horror, etc

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Other Word Forms

exclaimer noun
unexclaiming adjective

Etymology

Origin of exclaim

1560–70; earlier exclame < Latin exclāmāre to cry out. See ex- ¹, claim

Example Sentences

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To prove that point, Sugarman asked Spelling to send her a photo of the current state of her home, then exclaiming, “Oh, it’s not good,” when she saw the image.

From MarketWatch

But Warner had to explain somehow its decision Tuesday to resume talks after closing the bidding weeks ago, exclaiming to shareholders and the public that Netflix’s offer was superior.

From The Wall Street Journal

Nim exclaimed after the fifth piece of coconut, but Fred went on eating.

From Literature

“You should have seen the blood!” one character, Jack, exclaims the first time he kills a wild hog.

From The Wall Street Journal

"What a day, what a launch!" exclaimed Arianespace CEO David Cavailloles, who said the operation proved the launcher's ability to "carry out the most complex missions".

From Barron's

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