declarede‧clare /dɪˈkleə $ -ˈkler/ ●●○ W2 verb 
A state of emergency has been declared.declare that The court declared that Brown’s case should be reviewed.declare somebody/something (to be) somebody/something Several countries wanted Antarctica to be declared a ‘world park’. The city was declared to be in a state of siege. I declare you man and wife.declare something illegal/invalid etc The war was declared illegal by the International Court of Justice. Mr Steel has been declared bankrupt (=it has been officially stated that he cannot pay his debts). We celebrate September 16, the day when Mexico declared independence from Spain (=officially stated that it was no longer ruled by Spain).► see thesaurus at say2state what you think [transitive] to say publicly what you think or feel: ‘It’s not fair,’ Jane declared. He declared his intention to stand for president.declare that Carol held a press conference and declared that she was innocent.declare yourself (to be) something Edward declared himself angry and frustrated.3declare war (on somebody/something) a)to state officially that you are at war with another country b)informal to say that something is wrong and that you will do everything you can to stop it: Angry residents have declared war on the owners of the factory.4money/property etc [transitive] a)to state on an official government form how much money you have earned, what property you own etc: All tips are counted as part of your earnings and must be declared. b)to tell a customs official that you are carrying goods on which you should pay tax when you enter a country5declare an interest to tell people that you are connected with something that is being discussed: I should, at this point, declare an interest: I own shares in the company.6cricket [intransitive] to choose to end your team’s turn before all your players have batteddeclare against somebody/something phrasal verb to state publicly that you oppose someone or somethingdeclare for somebody/something phrasal verb to state publicly that you support someone or something
WORD ORIGINdeclare
Origin:
1300-1400 Latin declarare, from clarare ‘to make clear’VERB TABLE
declare
| Simple Form | ||
| Present | I, you, we, they | declare |
| he, she, it | declares | |
| Past | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | declared |
| Present perfect | I, you, we, they | have declared |
| he, she, it | has declared | |
| Past perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | had declared |
| Future | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will declare |
| Future perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will have declared |
| Continuous Form | ||
| Present | I | am declaring |
| he, she, it | is declaring | |
| you, we, they | are declaring | |
| Past | I, he, she, it | was declaring |
| you, we, they | were declaring | |
| Present perfect | I, you, we, they | have been declaring |
| he, she, it | has been declaring | |
| Past perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | had been declaring |
| Future | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will be declaring |
| Future perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will have been declaring |
EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- A majority of Republicans declared their support for the bill.
- A state of emergency has been declared in Bangladesh.
- After nearly forty years' membership, the Communist party declared him a traitor.
- All investment income must be declared on your 1040 tax form.
- Finally, the doctor declared that the man was dead.
- In 1941 the US declared war on the Axis powers.
- In the last century, mothers of illegitimate babies could be declared insane.
- Severe flooding prompted the governor to declare a state of emergency Tuesday.
- But and so 3 and 4 can be declared inactive.
- She should be declared a public nuisance and paved over for a parking lot.
- What this means is that the candidate receiving more votes than any other candidate is declared elected.
THESAURUSto say something
to tell someone something, using words: · ‘I really ought to go,’ she said.· Lauren said she’d probably be late.
to say something, especially in a definite or formal way – used in official contexts: · The witness stated that he had never seen the woman before.· Please state your name and address.
to publicly tell people about something: · The chairman announced his resignation.· The results will be announced tomorrow.· We will announce the winners next Sunday.· They were announcing the train times over the loudspeaker system.
to say something very firmly: · ‘My personal life is none of your business,’ she declared.
to talk about someone or something, especially without giving many details: · Did Tom mention anything about what happened at school?· Your name was mentioned!
to let someone know your feelings by putting them into words: · Young children often find it difficult to express their emotions.
to say what your opinion is about someone or something: · The prime minister was asked to comment on the crisis.
formal to say that you have noticed that something is true – used especially in formal writing: · We have already noted that most old people live alone.· Someone once remarked that the problem with computers is that they only give you answers.
to say something more, after what has already been said: · He added that he thought it could be done fairly cheaply.
to mention something that seems particularly important or relevant: · Dr Graham points out that most children show some signs of abnormal behaviour.· It’s worth pointing out that few people actually die of this disease.
to talk about your opinions, worries, or the things you disagree about: air your views/grievances/differences: · The programme will give listeners the chance to air their views about immigration.· Workers were able to air their grievances.
to talk publicly about your feelings or about whether you approve or disapprove of something formal: voice concern/support/doubt/fears etc: · The president has already voiced his support for the proposal.· She voiced concern for the safety of the hostages.
Longman Language Activatorto say something publicly or officially to say something publicly or officially, using spoken or written words: say (that): · The President said he had no intention of resigning.· The rules say that sports shoes must be worn in the gym at all times.say what/how/who etc: · The police are refusing to say where Davies is being held.
to officially tell people what has happened or what will happen, in a written or spoken public statement: · The Company announced profits of about $400 million.announce (that): · The Prime Minister has just announced there is to be a General Election next month.announce your engagement (=to officially tell people that you are going to get married): · They announced their engagement last year, but have still not set a date for their wedding.
formal to say something publicly or officially, especially in clear, definite language: · The government needs to clearly state its policy on possible military action.state that: · The law states that you are innocent until proved guilty.· Justice Cohen stated clearly that no further action would be taken.
to officially state that a particular situation exists or a person or thing is in a particular condition: declare somebody insane/unfit/a traitor etc: · In the last century, mothers of illegitimate babies could be declared insane.· After nearly forty years' membership, the Communist party declared him a traitor.declare (that): · Finally, the doctor declared that the man was dead.declare war/an amnesty/a state of emergency: · In 1941 the US declared war on the Axis powers.· A state of emergency has been declared in Bangladesh.
to say or write something publicly in order to tell people what you intend to do, what your opinion is etc - use this especially about politicians, business leaders, and other people in authority: · The party's environment spokesman intends to make a statement either today or tomorrow.· The president's press corps issued this statement today.
to officially state the rules that say what is allowed in a particular situation: lay down something: · The new law lays down strict rules about the way guns may be bought and sold.lay down that: · It is laid down in the club rules that guests are not allowed in unless they are accompanied by a club member.
if something such as an official statement or document is worded in a particular way, the speaker or writer has deliberately chosen their words in that way to get a particular effect: · His speech to the police officers about racial violence had to be very carefully worded.· The Defence Secretary made a public statement about the crisis, but it was worded in such a way as to give very little information.
to start a war if a country declares war on another country, it makes an official public statement that it is going to fight a war against that country: · He was visiting his parents in Torino when war was declared.· Within hours of the incident, both countries had declared war.declare war on: · In April the Americans declared war on Germany and entered the war.
if someone goes to war they leave home to fight in a war. If a country or group goes to war it begins to fight another country, group etc: · The women stayed at home and farmed the land, while the men went to war.· The two countries went to war over a small, but important, area of land.
WORD SETSad valorem tax, allowance, nounanti-dumping, adjectivebasic rate, bonded factory, bonded warehouse, nounbusiness gift, cabinet bid, capital allowance, capital gain, capital gains tax, nouncapital levy, nouncapitation, nouncarryback, nouncarryforward, nouncar tax, nouncash shell, nouncertificate of tax deducted, nounCGT, chargeable, adjectiveCTT, death duties, noundeclare, verbdeficiency notice, delinquent tax certificate, depreciable life, direct tax, noundutiable, adjectiveduty, nounduty-free, adjectiveduty-free, nounenrolled agent, estate tax, nounexcise, nounexemption, nounfiscal year, nounflat-rate, adjectivefree pay, imputed value, income tax, nounincome tax deduction, indirect tax, nouninheritance tax, nouninspector of taxes, nounInternal Revenue Service, nouninvestment tax credit, levy, verblevy, nounmarginal rate, net income, net interest, NIC, nounovertax, verbpay and file, nounpayroll tax, nounpersonal allowance, nounpoll tax, nounpollution credit, port of registry, progressive tax, nounratable, adjectiveratepayer, nounrebate, nounregressive tax, nounrepayment supplement, return, nounrevenue, nounsales tax, nounshell company, short-term gain, stamp, nounstamp duty, nounstandard deduction, surtax, nountariff, nountaxable income, taxation, nountax avoidance, nountax bracket, nountax break, nountax credit, tax-deductible, adjectivetax-deferred, adjectivetax disc, nountax dodge, nountax evasion, nountax exempt, adjectivetax-exempt income, tax exile, nountax haven, nountax inspector, nountaxman, nountaxpayer, nountax relief, nountax return, nountax shelter, nountax year, nountithe, noununderreport, verbunreported income, user fee, nounvalue-added tax, nounVAT, nounwithholding tax, nounzero-rated, adjective
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY The war was declared illegal by the International Court of Justice. Mr Steel has been declared bankrupt (=it has been officially stated that he cannot pay his debts). We celebrate September 16, the day when Mexico declared independence from Spain (=officially stated that it was no longer ruled by Spain). He declared his intention to stand for president.COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES In 1977 he was declared bankrupt (=by a court). He has not yet officially announced his candidacy for the presidential election. The town was declared a disaster area (=officially called a disaster area) after the floods. The company was later declared insolvent (=officially said to be insolvent). The government may declare martial law in response to the latest violence in the region. The judge declared a mistrial. The contract was declared null and void. After declaring a state of emergency, the government arrested all opposition leaders.
The war was declared illegal by the International Court of Justice. Mr Steel has been declared bankrupt (=it has been officially stated that he cannot pay his debts). We celebrate September 16, the day when Mexico declared independence from Spain (=officially stated that it was no longer ruled by Spain). He declared his intention to stand for president. (=an aim that someone has stated clearly)· The Department’s declared aim is targeting benefits where they are most needed.
In 1977 he was declared bankrupt (=by a court). He has not yet officially announced his candidacy for the presidential election. The town was declared a disaster area (=officially called a disaster area) after the floods.· The strike was declared illegal on July 7.
· Estonia declared independence on August 20th.
The company was later declared insolvent (=officially said to be insolvent). The government may declare martial law in response to the latest violence in the region. The judge declared a mistrial. The contract was declared null and void. After declaring a state of emergency, the government arrested all opposition leaders.· In 1941, Britain and the US declared war on Japan.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSNOUN· Although he had never formally declared his candidacy, the Texan billionaire had been campaigning intensively since March.· He has all but declared his candidacy for the post.· Giscard's position has been weakened by his refusal to declare his candidacy and the animosity between him and Mitterrand.· He declared his candidacy on Feb. 12
· If medical practice was not to disclose the risk, then a court would probably declare practice to be wrong.· Madison, the Supreme Court has declared 141 federal laws unconstitutional, an average of less than one law every year.· The courts can not declare a legislative measure or an executive action contrary to the provisions of the Constitution.· Even though federal courts have declared such displays unconstitutional, the issue keeps popping up, especially in the Bible Belt.· When the New York courts declared this arrangement unconstitutional, the Supreme Court agreed to review the case.· When the Supreme Court declares a state law unconstitutional, similar statutes in other states are not automatically voided.· Speaking for the Court, Justice Holmes declared the act constitutional under the treaty-making provision of the Constitution.
· Only this week, our shower and changing room have been declared a disaster area by the council.· Almond said he may ask President Clinton to declare Rhode Island a disaster area, clearing the way for federal funds.· President Suharto declared a national disaster on Dec. 15.· President Clinton declared federal disasters in 37 California counties, opening the way for low-interest loans and other federal aid.· Many have been left homeless and the region was declared a disaster zone.· After President Bush declared a disaster, Congress immediately appropriated $ 2. 7 billion in emergency assistance.· Last night President Bush declared Hawaii a disaster area.· Fife Symington declared the situation a disaster and released $ 200, 000 in state funds to help in the fight.
· Cogeco's board of directors did not declare a dividend for the first quarter, which ended Nov. 30.· To declare a dividend. 3.· Barratt was confident to declare a dividend of £1, 200 in 1837 of which he had £300.
· Low power California's power crisis worsened as blackouts began and the governor declared a state of emergency.· Officials declared a state of emergency in King County, which includes Seattle, as well as western Washington.· I heard on the radio that Michigan's governor was being urged to declare a state of emergency.· Kelly went on the radio and declared a state of emergency in the three counties surrounding Detroit.· Governor Wilson declared a state of emergency, imposed a curfew and called in reinforcements from the California Highway Patrol.· In response, the government declared an economic emergency last month, raising taxes and cutting expenses.· Gorbachev threatened to declare a state of emergency throughout Moldavia.
· To put it simply: your Earth Government has declared bankruptcy.· By refusing a referendum on Maastricht this Government has declared that it has no respect at all for the wishes of the electorate.· In response, the government declared an economic emergency last month, raising taxes and cutting expenses.· Now the government has declared this to be the Year of Food.· To restore order, the government declared martial law.· In 1972 the Government of Sind Province declared the river dolphin protected by law and prohibited its killing and trapping.
· In his inauguration speech Brazauskas declared that upholding the independence of the state was his primary aim.· I must declare myself an Independence-Walla....· The republics By the end of August, the majority of republics had declared independence from the Soviet Union.· Many of these thinkers saw their role as one of declaring the independence of their discipline from theological domination.· Moreover, those elected might then declare independence and seek foreign intervention to aid their cause.
· It has also declared its intention to help develop new environmental industries.· Clinton will accept the Democratic nomination for a second-term without ever having publicly declared his intention to seek re-election.· She was also mistaken in declaring her intention to fight on immediately the result of the first ballot was known.· The leadership of the Democratic party was anxious for him to declare his intentions about running for the second term.· Kohlberg Kravis Roberts has declared its intention of buying up to 15 percent and is thought to be quietly picking up stock.· Now it surprised him that he was expected to declare the pattern and intention behind it all in order that others could understand.· Now some of his players are saying it's time he came clean and declared his intentions.· Kevin Welch has been appointed skipper because Richard Smith has declared his intention to retire.
· Historians, like politicians, should declare their interests.· Grijalva has publicly said Bronson should declare a conflict of interest on anything concerning the lease.· If you have strong feelings about a situation declare an interest and suggest that some one else temporarily takes the chair.· It's probably best to declare an interest.· Leeds manager Howard Wilkinson has already declared an interest in him after he spent a week training at Elland Road.· Perhaps the choice was his way of declaring his consuming interest in life, not learning, which was becoming an obsession.· To that extent, I declare a vested interest.· Corruption, taking bribes, failure to declare a conflict in interests have all constituted contempts. 4.
· He'd heard rumours that the military were planning to declare martial law.· Madison, the Supreme Court has declared 141 federal laws unconstitutional, an average of less than one law every year.· Emergency regulations empowered the government to declare virtual martial law at will.· Troops were deployed in Kwangju at midnight on May 17, just as Chun was declaring nationwide martial law.· To restore order, the government declared martial law.· When a federal district court first heard the case, it declared the federal law unconstitutional.· Subsequently, Stoneham declared martial law, brought in all available troops, and suppressed the disorder.· When the Supreme Court declares a state law unconstitutional, similar statutes in other states are not automatically voided.
· Low power California's power crisis worsened as blackouts began and the governor declared a state of emergency.· Officials declared a state of emergency in King County, which includes Seattle, as well as western Washington.· The republic was declared an independent state on Sept. 23.· I heard on the radio that Michigan's governor was being urged to declare a state of emergency.· The powers allow it to rule by decree and declare a state of war.· Aquino on Nov. 7 declared a state of calamity in Leyte Province.
· Sukarno went beyond Gandhi to declare war on the foreign exploiters.· They have all but declared war on three government initiatives planned in and around the town.· He has no power to initiate or declare a war either against a foreign nation or a domestic State.· Environmentalists have declared war on the golf course.· And for them, Moscow Mayor Yuri Luzhkov has declared a war on words.· The Government believes that the Press has declared war on it.· By only a four-vote margin, the Congress declares war against Britain.
PHRASES FROM THE ENTRYPHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES► be/become/be declared persona non grata
1state officially [transitive] to state officially and publicly that a particular situation exists or that something is true: - Embassy, demanding they declare war on the Third World.
- Homosexuals, they claim, have declared war on nature, and nature has exacted an awful retribution.
- In 1686 they declared war on him in order to establish a separate company state from which they could trade.
- On questions of foreign policy, only Congress can declare war or appropriate the money necessary to fight it.
- There was little the Phoenix King could do but finally declare war against one of his own realms.
- They have all but declared war on three government initiatives planned in and around the town.
- When the Bush administration declared war on drugs, it had no idea what worked.
- If you have strong feelings about a situation declare an interest and suggest that some one else temporarily takes the chair.
- It's probably best to declare an interest.
- Leeds manager Howard Wilkinson has already declared an interest in him after he spent a week training at Elland Road.
- Mr. Adley: I have already declared an interest.
- Mr. Adley: I thank my right Hon. Friend for that reply and declare an interest in the industry.
- If you have strong feelings about a situation declare an interest and suggest that some one else temporarily takes the chair.
- It's probably best to declare an interest.
- Leeds manager Howard Wilkinson has already declared an interest in him after he spent a week training at Elland Road.
- Mr. Adley: I have already declared an interest.
- Mr. Adley: I thank my right Hon. Friend for that reply and declare an interest in the industry.
A state of emergency has been declared.declare that The court declared that Brown’s case should be reviewed.declare somebody/something (to be) somebody/something Several countries wanted Antarctica to be declared a ‘world park’. The city was declared to be in a state of siege. I declare you man and wife.declare something illegal/invalid etc The war was declared illegal by the International Court of Justice. Mr Steel has been declared bankrupt (=it has been officially stated that he cannot pay his debts). We celebrate September 16, the day when Mexico declared independence from Spain (=officially stated that it was no longer ruled by Spain).► see thesaurus at say2state what you think [transitive] to say publicly what you think or feel: ‘It’s not fair,’ Jane declared. He declared his intention to stand for president.declare that Carol held a press conference and declared that she was innocent.declare yourself (to be) something Edward declared himself angry and frustrated.3declare war (on somebody/something) a)to state officially that you are at war with another country b)informal to say that something is wrong and that you will do everything you can to stop it: Angry residents have declared war on the owners of the factory.4money/property etc [transitive] a)to state on an official government form how much money you have earned, what property you own etc: All tips are counted as part of your earnings and must be declared. b)to tell a customs official that you are carrying goods on which you should pay tax when you enter a country5declare an interest to tell people that you are connected with something that is being discussed: I should, at this point, declare an interest: I own shares in the company.6cricket [intransitive] to choose to end your team’s turn before all your players have batteddeclare against somebody/something phrasal verb to state publicly that you oppose someone or somethingdeclare for somebody/something phrasal verb to state publicly that you support someone or something