vaunted
Meanings
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adjective, past participle
boasted about, highly praised, extolled
- "The vaunted warrior was known for his bravery on the battlefield."
- "The vaunted reputation of the university attracts students from around the world."
Synonyms
boast , brag
Rhymes
Words rhyming with vauntedhaunted , painted , mainted , gained
Variants
List of all variants of vaunted that leads to same resultvaunted , vaunt , vaunter , vaunters , vaunting , vauntingly , vaunts
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Old French 'vaunter' meaning to boast, brag
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The word 'vaunted' has only one syllable, despite its lengthy appearance.
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In Middle English, 'vaunt' was also used as a verb meaning to brag or boast.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
boast: To make exaggerated or proud claims about oneself or one's abilities
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praise: To express approval and admiration for someone or something
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'vaunted' is often used to describe someone or something that is highly esteemed or boasted about. For example, in Shakespeare's Henry IV, Part 1, Prince Hal is described as 'vaunting' about his wild ways to disguise his true intentions.
How to Memorize "vaunted"
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visualize
- Visualize a person or thing being highly praised and admired. Imagine a crowd cheering and clapping for them.
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associate
- Associate the word 'vaunted' with the idea of being highly esteemed or boasted about. Think of words like 'praised' or 'celebrated'.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Vaunt And Praise' to remember the meaning of the word. Visualize a vaunted person receiving praise from others.
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