Word
acclaimed
Phoneticsac·claimed, stress on the second syllable
US/əˈkɫeɪmd/
UK/ɐklˈeɪmd/
Definition
adj. publicly praised by many people or experts for being very good.
adj. widely celebrated or praised by critics and the public. Often used as an attributive adjective before a noun.
Examples
“She is an acclaimed author of children's books.”
“The acclaimed director received a standing ovation after the premiere of his latest documentary.”
“Despite being an acclaimed masterpiece today, the novel was initially met with confusion by critics who were unprepared for its non-linear narrative structure.”
Examples
simple
“She is an acclaimed author of children's books.”
contextual
“The acclaimed director received a standing ovation after the premiere of his latest documentary.”
complex
“Despite being an acclaimed masterpiece today, the novel was initially met with confusion by critics who were unprepared for its non-linear narrative structure.”
Real-World Examples
“The group had been told Rylance was an acclaimed actor and the artistic director of Shakespeare’s Globe – “nobody knew what the Globe was!”, Raymond laughs.” “These stories are brought to life through the cinematic lens of acclaimed film-maker and Kamilaroi man Ivan Sen.” Synonyms
Antonyms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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