Conclamant

/ˈkɒnkləmənt/ adjective

Definition

Crying out together; making a loud collective cry or shout; expressing agreement vocally as a group.

Etymology

From Latin 'conclamans,' present participle of 'conclamare,' composed of 'con-' (together) and 'clamare' (to cry out or shout). The word describes the action of multiple voices crying out as one.

Kelly Says

In ancient Roman descriptions of crowd scenes, 'conclamant' voices describe the power of people shouting together—the Colosseum crowds were 'conclamant' as they roared approval or disapproval in unison.

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