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CLAMANT
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Dictionary entry overview: What does clamant mean?
• CLAMANT (adjective)
The adjective CLAMANT has 2 senses:
1. conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry
2. demanding attention
Familiarity information: CLAMANT used as an adjective is rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry
Synonyms:
blatant; clamant; clamorous; strident; vociferous
Context example:
a vociferous mob
Similar:
noisy (full of or characterized by loud and nonmusical sounds)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Demanding attention
Synonyms:
clamant; crying; exigent; insistent; instant
Context example:
an instant need
Similar:
imperative (requiring attention or action)
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