acclaim
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Public praise and approval, especially for an achievement.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
praise
recognition
Antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The novel received critical _____ when it was first published."
Answer: acclaim
In your own words, what does "acclaim" mean?
Public praise and approval, especially for an achievement.
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