Literary notes about ACCLAIM (AI summary)
The term "acclaim" is employed with remarkable versatility in literature, often signifying public praise and recognition that spans both majestic and everyday contexts. In some works, it conveys the sense of formal approval and historical significance—ancient inscriptions that acclaim Cyrus ([1]) or a king appointed by prompt and collective acclaim ([2]). In other narratives, especially in epic poetry and stirring verse, it captures the resounding, almost musical celebration of deeds and virtues, as when heroes are met with loud acclaim in heroic battles or majestic ceremonies ([3], [4], [5]). Modern writings also harness the term to underscore both the fervor of public reception and the often mixed reactions to bold new ideas ([6], [7]). Thus, across genres and eras, "acclaim" consistently functions to evoke powerful images of communal honor and enthusiastic recognition.
- Babylonian inscriptions acclaim Cyrus as a deliverer, and Babylon became one of the capitals of his great empire.
— from The Literature of the Old Testament by George Foot Moore - When the lamentation ceased, he was appointed king by prompt and general acclaim.
— from The Danish History, Books I-IX by Grammaticus Saxo - Hear'st thou,' he said, 'the loud acclaim With which they shout the Douglas name?
— from The Lady of the Lake by Walter Scott - " Then o'er the trench the bounding coursers flew; The joyful Greeks with loud acclaim pursue.
— from The Iliad by Homer - He reached the doors: the nobles bent Their heads before him reverent: And, welcomed with their loud acclaim, Within the glorious hall he came.
— from The Rámáyan of Válmíki, translated into English verse by Valmiki - It would be grossly unfair not to accord full measure of acclaim to Governor Taft for the way he worked out the problem of the Friar Lands.
— from The American Occupation of the Philippines 1898-1912 by James H. Blount - His novel, "Contarini Fleming," was published with great acclaim, and interest in "Vivian Gray" was revived by a special edition deluxe.
— from Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 05 Little Journeys to the Homes of English Authors by Elbert Hubbard
