exclaimed

VERB

shout out

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assert blurt call out proclaim shout utter yell

STRONG

bellow call cry declare ejaculate emit figure holler roar state vociferate yawp

WEAK

burst out call aloud cry out rend the air say loudly

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conceal hide

STRONG

refrain

WEAK

be quiet

Example Sentences

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“Coachella!” exclaimed Geena Davis, cradling her head on the table in front of her.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

“People like you!” the president exclaimed, sounding almost surprised as lawmakers cheered and applauded.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

The author’s title, for a notable instance, clips off the end of the full line “those who are about to die salute you”—an expression credited to gladiators but was seldom actually exclaimed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"The house has three floors, it's really big!" exclaimed Geumseong.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Pork Chop exclaimed, Ira hot on his heels.

From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm