Definitions

1. verb

to make known or announce something officially, publicly, or loudly

“The mayor will proclaim the city’s new festival date on Friday.”

2. verb

to declare or assert something as true or real

“She proclaimed her innocence in front of the judge and jury.”

3. verb

to declare something solemnly or officially

“The king proclaimed his son as the new heir to the throne.”

4. noun

a public declaration or announcement

“The proclamation of the new law caused widespread debate.”

5. noun

a person who declares or announces something

“The town crier was the one who proclaimed the news to the crowd.”