Pronunciation: /eɪˈklɑː/

Definitions of eclat

noun a brilliant display or effect; conspicuous success; great acclaim or applause

Example Sentences

A1 The fireworks display was met with great eclat.

A2 The singer performed with eclat, capturing the audience's attention.

B1 The new product launch was a success, receiving eclat from customers.

B2 The artist's latest exhibition was received with eclat by art critics.

C1 The diplomat's speech was delivered with great eclat, earning praise from world leaders.

C2 The film premiere was a grand event, with celebrities arriving in eclat.

Examples of eclat in a Sentence

formal The ambassador's arrival was met with great eclat, as dignitaries from all over the world gathered to welcome him.

informal The party was a huge success, everyone was dressed to the nines and there was a lot of eclat.

slang The new restaurant in town is getting a lot of eclat for its unique menu and trendy decor.

figurative Her performance on stage was filled with so much eclat, it was like watching a star shining brightly in the night sky.

Grammatical Forms of eclat

past tense

eclated

plural

eclats

comparative

more eclat

superlative

most eclat

present tense

eclats

future tense

will eclat

perfect tense

have eclatted

continuous tense

is eclatting

singular

eclat

positive degree

eclat

infinitive

to eclat

gerund

eclatting

participle

eclatting

Origin and Evolution of eclat

First Known Use: 1700 year
Language of Origin: French
Story behind the word: The word 'éclat' originated from the French language.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a burst of light or noise, 'éclat' has evolved to also mean brilliance, distinction, or success in English.