Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

acclaim

[uh-kleym] / əˈkleɪm /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The restaurant, named for Cimarusti’s grandparents — Constance and Edward — opened to fanfare, acclaim and “feverish oyster shucking.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

It was there that Hassabis co-designed “Theme Park,” a landmark game with bleeding-edge algorithmic capabilities that earned both critical acclaim and millions of sales.

From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026

Lily Allen, who returned last year to great acclaim with her revealing, tell-all hit breakup record, West End Girl, received the outstanding song collection award.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

“Our theory, that the man who sweeps the floor is worth $5 for eight hours work, is not only sound business but it’s social justice,” Ford said amid widespread popular acclaim.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Courtney talks about the acclaim Truman Drama attracts, the attention it gets from New York.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove




Vocabulary lists containing acclaim


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "acclaim" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com