vaunted
adjective /ˈvɔːn.tɪd/
/ˈvɑːn.t̬ɪd/ formalDefinition
› praised often in a way that is considered to be more than acceptable or reasonable: His (much) vaunted new scheme has been shown to have serious weaknesses.Praising and applaudingExaggerating and playing downAdmirable and admired
(Definition of vaunted adjective from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- admirable adjective
- awe-inspiring adjective
- awesome adjective
- commendable adjective
- creditable adjective
- exemplary adjective
- favourable adjective
- glorious adjective (DESERVING ADMIRATION)
- hallowed adjective
- helluva adjective, adverb
- impressive adjective
- meritorious adjective
- noted adjective
- praiseworthy adjective
- recognized adjective
- renowned adjective
- the toast of sth idiom
- time-honoured adjective
- venerable adjective
- worthy adjective (DESERVING RESPECT)
Topic:
Admirable and admired
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