acclaimed
adjective C1
Plain meaning
praised by many people, especially critics or experts
Exam-register meaning
widely recognised as excellent or important
In context
naturalThe film was acclaimed for its music and acting.
examThe acclaimed study changed how researchers understood early childhood development.
Common collocations
critically acclaimedwidely acclaimedacclaimed author
Watch out
Do not use “claimed” instead of “acclaimed”; they are different words.
Word family
acclaim (noun/verb)acclaimed (adjective)