celebrated
Translation
famous, renowned, acclaimed
Examples
She is a celebrated author.
She is a celebrated author.
Grammar Patterns
((a celebrated + noun)) a famous or admired person or thing. She is a celebrated author.
Similar Words
Synonyms: famous, renowned, acclaimed; Antonyms: unknown, obscure
Etymology
From Latin 'celebrare' (to frequent, to honour). It's the past participle of the verb 'celebrate' used as an adjective.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'celebrity' who is 'celebrated' by many people. The -ed ending shows it's a quality received from others' praise.