Acclaimed
/əˈkleɪm.d/
Definitions
Highly praised or lauded; recognized with general approval or praise
/əˈkleɪm.d/
Highly praised or lauded
The innovative scientist's work was acclaimed in the international community.
💡 Simply: Highly praised by many people
More Examples
The new chef's debut dish was acclaimed by diners for its unique flavors.
How It's Used
"The opera singer was acclaimed by critics for her stunning performance."
"The new movie was acclaimed for its groundbreaking cinematography."
Idioms & expressions
acclaim someone's genius
To praise someone's exceptional talent or intelligence highly
"The public acclaims the young musician's genius with each performance."
The word 'acclaimed' comes from the Latin 'acclamare,' which means 'to shout in approval.' It has been in use since the 16th century and is commonly used to describe something or someone who has received widespread praise or recognition.
The term 'acclaim' has been used in historical texts to denote the collective shout of approval, often in the context of a leader being accepted or confirmed by a group.
Memory tip
Think of 'claim' as taking ownership, here it's taking praise ('acclaim').
Word Origin
"To shout in approval"