laureate
What is another word for laureate? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A person honored for outstanding achievement in a field, especially a Nobel Prize winner.
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How to use laureate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Nobel laureate
poet laureate
Etymology
From Latin laureatus, "crowned with laurel," from laurea, the laurel wreath given as an award to poets and victors.
Full origin of laureate →Frequently asked questions
What does “laureate” mean?
The word “laureate” means a person honored for outstanding achievement in a field, especially a Nobel Prize winner. In plain terms, someone officially honored for excellence, especially a prize winner.
How do you pronounce “laureate”?
“Laureate” is pronounced LOR-ee-uht (/ˈlɔɹ.i.ət/ in IPA).
How do you use “laureate” in a sentence?
Here is “laureate” used in a sentence: “The Nobel laureate gave a lecture on climate science.”
What part of speech is “laureate”?
Depending on how it is used, “laureate” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “laureate” come from?
The word “laureate” comes from Latin. From Latin laureatus, "crowned with laurel," from laurea, the laurel wreath given as an award to poets and victors.
Is “laureate” a common word?
“Laureate” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “laureate” have?
“Laureate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person honored for outstanding achievement in a field, especially a Nobel Prize winner.
