1. Plural of eclat; brilliant display, social distinction, or acclaim.
Usage: Usually used in the plural or as a mass noun.; Formal or literary register.
2. Plural of eclat; fragments or splinters, especially of broken glass or pottery.
Usage: Archaic or technical usage.; Rare in modern English.

Examples

• The ambassador's reception was marked by great eclats and social prestige.
• Her performance earned eclats from critics and audiences alike.
• The event was conducted with such eclats that it became the talk of the season.
• He achieved considerable eclats in his field through decades of dedicated work.
• The gala was celebrated with all the eclats befitting a royal occasion.