# exclaim

/ɪkˈskɫeɪm/ (US) · /ɛksklˈeɪm/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/exclaim
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

to say something suddenly and loudly because you are very happy, surprised, or angry.

For teachers: to utter a statement suddenly and loudly, typically as a result of strong emotion such as surprise, joy, or distress.

## Examples

- She exclaimed with joy when she saw her friend.
- The crowd began to exclaim loudly as the team scored the winning goal in the final minute.
- The witness was so shocked by the evidence presented that he could only manage to exclaim, 'This is impossible!' before collapsing into silence.

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