1. a formal or official statement announcing something
2. the act of stating something clearly and firmly
3. a written statement of facts or beliefs
Usage: legal; formal

Examples

• The president made a declaration of war.
• She signed a declaration of independence from her parents’ financial support.
• His declaration of love surprised everyone at the party.
• The company issued a declaration about its new environmental policies.
• The witness gave a sworn declaration to the court.
• The Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776.
• Her bold declaration shocked the audience into silence.