exclaimed

VERB

shout out

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assert blurt call out proclaim shout utter yell

STRONG

bellow call cry declare ejaculate emit figure holler roar state vociferate yawp

WEAK

burst out call aloud cry out rend the air say loudly

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conceal hide

STRONG

refrain

WEAK

be quiet

Example Sentences

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"It's clear who won!" one zookeeper exclaimed excitedly.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

Scimemi exclaimed as she leapt forward, earning a big laugh from a classroom full of colleagues.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

And “God save the queen!” is exclaimed during the parades and just about any time the queen is around.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

“People like you!” the president exclaimed, sounding almost surprised as lawmakers cheered and applauded.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Penelope exclaimed, for the mere sight of a helpful librarian had caused a question to pop into her mind.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood