Proclamation (Noun)
Meaning 1
The formal act of proclaiming; giving public notice; "his promulgation of the policy proved to be premature".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 2
A formal public statement; "the government made an announcement about changes in the drug war"; "a declaration of independence".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The king's proclamation of amnesty was met with widespread celebration among the rebels.
- The company issued a proclamation about its commitment to environmental sustainability and reduced its carbon footprint accordingly.
- On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence as a proclamation of freedom from British rule.
- The city council's proclamation to build a new public park was widely criticized by local residents who opposed the plan.
- The royal family made a proclamation to mark the anniversary of the monarch's ascension to the throne, inviting the public to participate in the celebrations.