Proclamation

/ˌprɒk.ləˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A public or official announcement, especially one announcing a significant event or decision.

The president issued a proclamation declaring a national holiday.

An official formal declaration.

The proclamation of independence was celebrated with much fanfare.

A statement that is made in a formal or authoritative manner.

The mayor's proclamation regarding the new city policies was well-received by the residents.

A formal announcement of the terms of a treaty.

The proclamation of the treaty was made during a grand ceremony.

An assertion or announcement of a belief or opinion.

His loud proclamation of loyalty to the cause drew attention from all around.

From Latin 'proclamatio', from 'proclamare' (to proclaim)

proclamation day

A day set aside for announcing significant declarations.

royal proclamation

An official announcement made by a monarch.

proclaim

To announce officially or publicly.

decree

An official order issued by a legal authority.

announcement

A public declaration about a fact, occurrence, or intention.