celebrated

cel·e·brat·ed

adj

Definition of CELEBRATED

: widely known and often referred to <a celebrated author>

— cel·e·brat·ed·ness noun

Examples of CELEBRATED

1. He is one of today's most celebrated young writers.
2. <a celebrated author making an appearance on a talk show>

First Known Use of CELEBRATED

1580

Related to CELEBRATED

Synonyms: big-name, famous, famed, noted, notorious, prominent, renowned, star, visible, well-known

Antonyms: anonymous, nameless, obscure, uncelebrated, unfamous, unknown, unsung

Related Words: fabled, fabulous, legendary; infamous; distinguished, eminent, exceptional, great, illustrious, leading, notable, noteworthy, outstanding, preeminent, prestigious, remarkable, supereminent, superior; important, significant; acknowledged, recognized, respected; favorite, popular, preferred; estimable, honorable, reputable, respectable; formidable, redoubtable

Near Antonyms: insignificant, unimportant; inconspicuous; undistinguished, unexceptional; unpopular

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