Meaning & Definition of word "Celebrated"

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    Celebrated

    /ˈsɛl.əˌbreɪ.tɪd/

    verb:

    • 1. Past tense of celebrate; to acknowledge (a significant or happy day or event) with a social gathering or enjoyable activity.
      • Example: They celebrated their wedding anniversary with a party.
    • 2. To perform a religious ceremony, especially in a formal or ceremonial way.
      • Example: The priest celebrated the mass with great reverence.

    adjective:

    • 1. Famous or renowned, especially for a particular skill or achievement.
      • Example: She is a celebrated author known for her best-selling novels.
    • 2. Widely recognized and acclaimed.
      • Example: The celebrated artist unveiled his latest masterpiece at the gallery.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'celebratus', past participle of 'celebrare' which means 'to celebrate'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    celebrated figure:

    A person who is famous or well-known in their field.

    celebrated event:

    An occasion that is widely recognized and often commemorated.

    celebrated for:

    Acknowledged for a specific quality or achievement.

    Related Words

    celebrate:

    To honor or praise a person or event, often with festivities.

    celebration:

    A gathering or event held in honor of something.

    Slang Meanings of celebrated

    Meaning: Lit

    Example Sentence: That party was lit; it was a celebrated time!

    Meaning: Famous

    Example Sentence: She’s famous now, like a celebrated influencer.