Meaning & Definition of word "Celebrated"

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.