Meaning & Definition of word "Declared"

Declared

/dɪˈklɛrd/

verb:

  • 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.

adjective:

  • 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.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

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.

Related Words

declaration:

a formal statement or announcement.

declare:

to announce something formally or officially.

declaring:

the act of stating or announcing.

Slang Meanings of declared

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.