celebrated

[ sel-uh-brey-tid ]

adjective

1. renowned; well-known:

   the celebrated authors of best-selling books.

   Synonyms: lionized, noted, honored, illustrious, notable

celebrated

/ ˈsɛlɪˌbreɪtɪd /

adjective

1. usually prenominal famous

   a celebrated pianist

   a celebrated trial

Other Words From

• cele·brated·ness noun
• un·cele·brated adjective
• well-cele·brated adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of celebrated¹

First recorded in 1540–50; celebrate + -ed ²

Synonym Study

See famous.

Example Sentences

In 1952, as L.A. celebrated it 171st year, the bird of paradise was designated the official city flower by Mayor Fletcher Bowron, a Republican with a nasty appreciation for internment camps who would lose a bid for reelection that same year.

From Los Angeles Times

Although much of Yoakam’s most celebrated work has centered on classic country themes such as hardship, heartache, loneliness and drifting, “Brighter Days” demonstrates considerable joy.

From Los Angeles Times

He described the connections between bluegrass figurehead Bill Monroe and celebrated American songwriter John Prine.

From Los Angeles Times

He added: "These celebrated objects add a special dimension to our own collection and together offer scholars, researchers and visitors around the world the incredible opportunity to study and enjoy the very best examples of Chinese craftsmanship anywhere in existence."

From BBC

In the quest for fragments of solace, it’s also perhaps understandable that when tales of bravery are found, they are celebrated unashamedly.

From BBC