celebrated

adjective

cel·​e·​brat·​ed ˈse-lə-ˌbrā-təd 

: widely known and often referred to

a celebrated author

celebratedness noun

Synonyms

• big-name
• famed
• famous
• noted
• notorious
• prominent
• renowned
• star
• visible
• well-known

Choose the Right Synonym for celebrated

famous, renowned, celebrated, noted, notorious, distinguished, eminent, illustrious mean known far and wide.

famous implies little more than the fact of being, sometimes briefly, widely and popularly known.

a famous actress

renowned implies more glory and acclamation.

one of the most renowned figures in sports history

celebrated implies notice and attention especially in print.

the most celebrated beauty of her day

noted suggests well-deserved public attention.

the noted mystery writer

notorious frequently adds to famous an implication of questionableness or evil.

a notorious gangster

distinguished implies acknowledged excellence or superiority.

a distinguished scientist who won the Nobel Prize

eminent implies even greater prominence for outstanding quality or character.

the country's most eminent writers

illustrious stresses enduring honor and glory attached to a deed or person.

illustrious war heroes

Examples of celebrated in a Sentence

He is one of today's most celebrated young writers.

a celebrated author making an appearance on a talk show

Recent Examples on the Web

Hosted by celebrated guitarist Jennifer Batten and genre-defying violinist Lindsey Stirling, the evening will include live performances and presentations celebrating this year’s honorees. —Holly Alvarado, Orange County Register, 25 Jan. 2025

Menuhin, whose influence on the area is lasting, inspired the creation of the celebrated Gstaad Menuhin Festival, named in his honor. —Monica Mendal, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2025

The Wilton Rancheria’s Elk Grove casino is home to 2,100 slot machines, 80 table games and Dragon Beaux, Willy Ng and Jenny Huang’s celebrated Cantonese restaurant based in San Francisco. —Benjy Egel, Sacramento Bee, 23 Jan. 2025

Last June, the couple celebrated Crew's 6th birthday with a fossil-digging and kite party. —Kayla Grant, People.com, 23 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of celebrate

First Known Use

1549, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

celebrated

adjective

cel·​e·​brat·​ed

: widely known and often mentioned

a celebrated writer