Synonyms of acclaimed

acclaimed

verb

past tense of acclaim

as in praised

to declare enthusiastic approval of

she has long been acclaimed by the critics for her realistic acting

Synonyms & Similar Words

• praised
• applauded
• hailed
• saluted
• commended
• lauded
• touted
• accredited
• cheered
• endorsed
• cracked up
• recommended
• approved
• celebrated
• rose (to)
• favored
• ballyhooed
• clapped
• doffed one's hat to
• extolled
• eulogized
• bravoed
• supported
• rooted (for)
• overpraised
• emblazoned
• idolized
• sang
• adulated
• flattered
• belauded
• magnified
• glorified
• deified

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• knocked
• slammed
• panned
• disparaged
• criticized
• blamed
• belittled
• put down
• censured
• admonished
• rebuked
• reprobated
• reprimanded
• discommended
• excoriated
• reprehended
• reproached
• vilified
• reproved
• lambasted
• castigated
• chid
• skewered
• slagged
• keelhauled

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of acclaimed

Pattinson joins the ranks, as does acclaimed Ivorian actor Isaach De Bankolé, who plays Farok, a disenchanted Fedaykin death commando (essentially, a former Atreides guard). — Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 8 July 2026

The team behind the popular and acclaimed Buckhead restaurant the Chastain has announced a second concept opening in 2027. — Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 29 June 2026

The first season of Beef wasn’t just critically acclaimed; it was widely hailed as an avatar of post-pandemic rage. — Joe Reid, Vulture, 27 June 2026

Other routes point drivers toward Norðaravatn, a tranquil village lake that was recently transformed by the islands’ acclaimed ‘Closed for Maintenance’ environmental initiative, where global volunteers and locals hand-built a scenic walking path to protect the surrounding terrain. — Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026

The limited run of the acclaimed, hit play starring Tony-winner John Lithgow is coming to its pre-scheduled close. — Greg Evans, Deadline, 20 June 2026

Tip Toe has been widely acclaimed overseas. — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026

The dish is highly acclaimed in Kansas City, named one of Kansas City Magazine’s best breakfast dishes in 2024. — Scott Chasen, Kansas City Star, 10 June 2026

The show was acclaimed by both critics and audiences. — Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026