Question

    Fill in the blanks with appropriate words from the options.

    Phil's achievements in the field of instrumental and classical crossover have brought him a legion of fans and sustained critical ______________.            

    A claim Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B proclaim Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C reclaim Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D acclaim Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The correct word here is ‘acclaim’. It means ‘public approval and praise’. Claim- to say that something is true or is a fact, although you cannot prove it and other people might not believe it. Proclaim- to announce something publicly or officially, especially something positive. Reclaim- to announce something publicly or officially, especially something positive. Phil's achievements in the field of instrumental and classical crossover have brought him a legion of fans and sustained critical acclaim .

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