DECLAIM - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Verb

recite in elocution

Categories: Perform, Execute, Do

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Verb

speak against in an impassioned manner

Example: he declaimed against the wasteful ways of modern society

Categories: Protest

Synonyms

Recite, Declaim, Inveigh

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "declaim" comes from Latin dēclāmō, which comes from Middle French declamer.

🧩 Fun Fact

Latin became the scholarly language of Europe for over 1,500 years, standardizing technical vocabulary.