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declare

/dɪˈklɛr/
de · clare
Adjective:declaratory
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Past Simple:declared
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Past Participle:declared
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Present Participle:declaring
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• verb

1

To say something in a solemn, emphatic, or authoritative manner.

Example

"The lead researcher declared that the new findings would transform our understanding of climate patterns."

2

To formally announce the beginning of a state or condition, or to officially pronounce someone or something to have a particular status.

Example

"The governor declared a state of emergency following the severe coastal flooding."

3

To acknowledge possession of taxable income or dutiable goods to government or customs authorities.

Example

"Travelers arriving from abroad must declare any agricultural products at the customs desk."

4

To close a cricket innings voluntarily before all ten wickets have fallen, or to name the trump suit or melds in card games.

Example

"With a commanding lead on the fourth afternoon, the captain decided to declare the innings closed."

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• Rhymes for declare

• Nearby Words

declarable
declaration
declarative
declare
declarer
declassification
declassify

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 14th century from Old French declarer, from Latin declarare ('to make clear, reveal, announce'), formed from the intensive prefix de- and clarare ('to make clear'), from clarus ('clear, bright, distinct').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Declare. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/declare
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