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.