English dictionary

eclat

/eI/'kl/A/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

enthusiastic approval

noun.communication

Examples
They gave him more eclat than he really deserved.

Synonyms acclaim acclamation plaudit plaudits

Source: WordNet 3.0
ceremonial elegance and splendor

noun.attribute

Examples
Entered with much eclat in a coach drawn by eight white horses.

Synonyms pomp

Source: WordNet 3.0
brilliant or conspicuous success or effect

noun.attribute

Examples
The eclat of a great achievement.

Source: WordNet 3.0
Brilliancy of success or effort; splendor; brilliant show; striking effect; glory; renown.

noun

Source: webster1913