Definition

Describes something that is praised or celebrated a lot, often in a way that may seem excessive or exaggerated.

Example

The vaunted new technology promised to revolutionize the industry, but it failed to deliver on its promises.

Conversation

Have you tried that new restaurant everyone's been talking about?

Yeah, I went there last week, and it definitely lives up to the vaunted reviews.

Really? I’ve heard so much about their signature dish.

You should definitely try it; it's as good as they say!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To boast or brag about something, often in an exaggerated way.

Example

He vaunted his achievements to everyone at the party.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear how she vaunted her achievements at the meeting?

Yeah, it was like she was showing off every little thing she did.

I mean, some of it was impressive, but it felt a bit over the top.

Root Explanation

Vaunted → It is derived from the past participle of 'vaunt' (from Old French *vanter*, meaning to boast or brag). The word 'vaunted' means to have been boasted about or praised excessively.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'boasting' or 'bragging' about something — that's what 'vaunted' means, to have been praised or celebrated in an exaggerated way.

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