GRE Word List

ACCLAIM

applaud

The meaning of the word acclaim is applaud.

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WordMeaning
hortatoryhortative
relican object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr
desiccateto dry up
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
nocturnalof, relating to, or occurring in the night
simperto smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
viscoushaving a thick or sticky consistency : viscid
pietythe quality or state of being pious: such as