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celebrated

adj.
US //ˈsɛɫəˌbɹeɪtɪd// UK //sˈɛləbɹˌeɪtɪd// cel·e·brat·ed
  1. 1 famous and praised (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    famous and respected by many people for being very good at something.

    widely known and acclaimed; held in high esteem due to merit or achievement.

    Example

    The celebrated chef opened a new restaurant in the city centre last week.

    Example

    The celebrated author refused to conduct interviews, preferring to let her complex novels speak for themselves.

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