claim

Meaning

to assert ownership; to state as fact

to state something as true, often without proof; to demand ownership or right

Example Sentences

He claims to be the rightful owner.

He claimed the prize after winning the competition.

Example Expressions

claim to fame

Synonyms

assert, maintain, declare, demand, allege, request

Entry 1

assert, maintain, declare, demand

Entry 2

assert, declare, allege, demand, request

Antonyms

deny, disclaim, reject, renounce

Entry 1

deny, disclaim, reject, renounce

Entry 2

deny, reject, disclaim

Collocations

claim responsibility, claim ownership, claim damages, rightfully claim, falsely claim, claim compensation, claim benefits

Entry 1

claim responsibility, claim ownership, claim damages, rightfully claim, falsely claim

Entry 2

claim responsibility, claim compensation, claim benefits, claim ownership