CLAMANT - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective

demanding attention

Example: clamant needs; a crying need; regarded literary questions as exigent and momentous"- H.L.Mencken; insistent hunger; an instant need

Synonyms

Clamorous, Vociferous, Insistent, Blatant, Exigent

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "clamant" comes from Latin clāmāns.

🔗 Related Words

claimant – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Many Latin words entered English twice—once through French and once through direct borrowing.

➡️ Words that Start with CL

Clupea Closeting Clanswomen Clinkers Clustered Clangors Classes Clamour Closer Clicks Clangula Click

Words that End with NT ⬅️

Chant Chastisement Chatoyant Checkpoint Chemiluminescent Claimant Clairvoyant Clement Client Clinquant Co-defendant Ex-president