Synonyms of celebrated

celebrated 1 of 2

adjective

ˈse-lə-ˌbrā-təd 

as in famous

widely known

a celebrated author making an appearance on a talk show

Synonyms & Similar Words

• famous
• famed
• renowned
• prominent
• distinguished
• notorious
• noted
• respected
• legendary
• infamous
• visible
• notable
• well-known
• illustrious
• star
• remarkable
• outstanding
• important
• leading
• great
• big-name
• prestigious
• noteworthy
• respectable
• recognized
• acknowledged
• fabled
• eminent
• honorable
• popular
• exceptional
• fabulous
• favorite
• preferred
• significant
• preeminent
• superior
• formidable
• reputable
• estimable
• supereminent
• redoubtable

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unknown
• obscure
• unsung
• anonymous
• insignificant
• nameless
• unimportant
• uncelebrated
• inconspicuous
• unfamous
• undistinguished
• unpopular
• unexceptional

celebrated

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verb

past tense of celebrate

1

as in praised

to proclaim the glory of

a personal essay that celebrates the single life

Synonyms & Similar Words

• praised
• blessed
• extolled
• lauded
• worshipped
• applauded
• hymned
• saluted
• exalted
• emblazoned
• cheered
• hailed
• resounded
• commended
• magnified
• renowned
• acclaimed
• complimented
• cited
• caroled
• glorified
• idolized
• chanted
• eulogized
• adored
• deified
• belauded
• recommended
• rhapsodized
• touted
• flattered
• cracked up

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• blamed
• criticized
• censured
• reprobated
• admonished
• reproved
• reprehended
• rebuked
• reprimanded
• reproached
• castigated
• lambasted
• chid
• keelhauled

2

as in commemorated

to mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony

a mixed family that celebrates both the Christian and Jewish religious holidays

Synonyms & Similar Words

• commemorated
• blessed
• observed
• kept
• remembered
• honored
• praised
• consecrated
• lauded
• sanctified
• feted
• solemnized
• memorialized

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• violated
• broke
• ignored
• neglected
• overlooked
• disregarded
• transgressed
• forgot
• blew off

Synonym Chooser

How is the word celebrated different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of celebrated are distinguished, eminent, famous, illustrious, noted, notorious, and renowned. While all these words mean "known far and wide," celebrated implies notice and attention especially in print.

the most celebrated beauty of her day

When could distinguished be used to replace celebrated?

While the synonyms distinguished and celebrated are close in meaning, distinguished implies acknowledged excellence or superiority.

a distinguished scientist who won the Nobel Prize

When is eminent a more appropriate choice than celebrated?

While in some cases nearly identical to celebrated, eminent implies even greater prominence for outstanding quality or character.

the country's most eminent writers

When is it sensible to use famous instead of celebrated?

The synonyms famous and celebrated are sometimes interchangeable, but famous implies little more than the fact of being, sometimes briefly, widely and popularly known.

a famous actress

When can illustrious be used instead of celebrated?

The meanings of illustrious and celebrated largely overlap; however, illustrious stresses enduring honor and glory attached to a deed or person.

illustrious war heroes

When would noted be a good substitute for celebrated?

In some situations, the words noted and celebrated are roughly equivalent. However, noted suggests well-deserved public attention.

the noted mystery writer

How do notorious and famous relate to one another, in the sense of celebrated?

Notorious frequently adds to famous an implication of questionableness or evil.

a notorious gangster

Where would renowned be a reasonable alternative to celebrated?

Although the words renowned and celebrated have much in common, renowned implies more glory and acclamation.

one of the most renowned figures in sports history

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of celebrated

Adjective

Rourke’s performance in the Darren Aronofsky film is widely regarded as one of the most dramatic and celebrated comebacks in modern film history. —Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 6 Jan. 2026

There was much more to Tatiana than her celebrated lineage. —Liz McNeil, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026

Verb

Andrea and Tim Bertz would have celebrated their 24th wedding anniversary the day after his memorial service. —Mara H. Gottfried, Twin Cities, 9 Jan. 2026

The Hollywood Heritage Museum, which celebrated its 40th anniversary in December, is, in many ways, the antithesis of the 4-year-old Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. —Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026