proclamation
Translation
proclamation, announcement, declaration, decree
Examples
The president issued a proclamation of independence.
The president issued a proclamation of independence.
It was a royal proclamation against treason.
It was a royal proclamation against treason.
Grammar Patterns
a proclamation of ((sth.)) The king made a proclamation of war.
Similar Words
Synonyms: declaration, announcement, decree
Etymology
From Latin 'pro-' (forward, publicly) + 'clamare' (to cry out). It means to cry out publicly.
Memory Tips
Think of a town crier 'proclaiming' news in public. It's a formal, official announcement.