DECLARATION Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

declaration

noun

ˌde-klə-ˈrā-shən

Definition of declaration

as in assertion

a solemn and often public declaration of the truth or existence of something once the delegates had made the declaration that the colonies were henceforth independent of Great Britain, their fate was sealed

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Recent Examples of declaration So too is the poet’s journey—a series of declarations, and a repetition of change. — Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2026 Imagining, estranging, and making are declarations of independence. — Anna Kornbluh, ARTnews.com, 7 Oct. 2026 The governor’s press secretary, Liliana Soto, told me emergency declarations are reserved for natural disasters, and using one to address homelessness might not be appropriate. — Nicole Santa Cruz, ProPublica, 7 Oct. 2026 After this weekend, that declaration might come with an asterisk. — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for declaration

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Speaking to Fox News Digital, Kravetz dismissed assertions that her group relies on DSA tactics, emphasizing that CVPE supporters span the political spectrum.

— Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
Multiple individuals within the world of independent film backed up Skolnick’s assertions about his reputation and the wider industry to IndieWire.

— Adam B. Vary, IndieWire, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of assertion

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The lawsuit said Bakker and a guest made the cure claim during 11 episodes in February and March 2020.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Oct. 2026
Some defendants face additional allegations involving false claims of citizenship or fraudulent statements that rest on separate federal statutes.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of claim

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On Monday, Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador celebrated that announcement, which followed a victory in a lawsuit Idaho and 14 other states filed against the bureau.

— Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 13 Oct. 2026
The announcement does not make clear whether Rowling will be interviewed or is cooperating with the documentary.

— Jake Kanter, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of announcement

Noun

Sonoma County supervisors on Tuesday issued an emergency proclamation ahead of the developing El Niño season that is predicted to cause heavy rain during the winter.

— Senior Editor, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026
Continue reading … DIVIDED HALLS — School board urges students to ‘celebrate’ LGBTQ+ history in new proclamation.

— , FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026

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