acclaimed
Acclaimed (adj) means Widely praised and admired. Example: “Her debut novel was acclaimed by critics around the world.”
How to use acclaimed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGiven a lot of public praise, usually by critics or experts.
Word forms
more acclaimed comparative, most acclaimed superlative
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What does “acclaimed” mean?
The word “acclaimed” means widely praised and admired. In plain terms, given a lot of public praise, usually by critics or experts.
How do you pronounce “acclaimed”?
“Acclaimed” is pronounced uh-KLAYMD (/əˈkleɪmd/ in IPA).
How do you use “acclaimed” in a sentence?
Here is “acclaimed” used in a sentence: “Her debut novel was acclaimed by critics around the world.”
What part of speech is “acclaimed”?
“Acclaimed” is an adjective.
Is “acclaimed” a common word?
“Acclaimed” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between "acclaimed" and "award-winning"?
"Acclaimed" means widely praised and admired, describing general critical or public reception, while "award-winning" specifically means the work or person has received a formal prize. Something can be acclaimed without winning an award, or award-winning without being widely acclaimed.
Is "acclaimed" the same as "popular"?
Not quite: "acclaimed" refers to being widely praised and admired, often by critics or experts, while "popular" refers to being liked or consumed by a large general audience. A film can be critically acclaimed without being popular at the box office, and vice versa.