Meaning & Definition of word "Declared"

Declared

/dɪˈklɛrd/

1. To announce something clearly or officially.
- Example: The president declared a state of emergency in response to the natural disaster.
2. To state a fact or opinion openly and publicly.
- Example: She declared her intention to run for mayor at the press conference.
3. To make known or reveal.
- Example: He declared his love for her under the stars.

1. Officially announced or stated.
- Example: The declared winner of the election was celebrated by supporters.
2. Made known or evident.
- Example: His declared interests in environmental issues were reflected in his policies.

Middle English: from the Old French 'declarer', from Latin 'declarare', from 'de-' (down) + 'clarare' (make clear).

declare war:

to publicly announce a state of hostility between countries.

declare one's intentions:

to state what one plans to do.

declare a dividend:

to announce a payment to shareholders from profits.

declaration:

a formal statement or announcement.

declare:

to announce something formally or officially.

declaring:

the act of stating or announcing.

Meaning: To drop a truth bomb.

Example Sentence: When he declared that she was wrong, everyone was shocked.

Meaning: To call someone out.

Example Sentence: She declared him a fraud in front of the entire class.