Heralded: meaning, definitions and examples

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heralded

 

[ ˈhɛr.əld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

announcement matter

To herald means to announce or proclaim something with enthusiasm or significance. It is often used in the context of signaling the beginning of an event or indicating the arrival of someone important. This term can also refer to the act of making something widely known or celebrated. Heralding can occur in various contexts, including literature, news, and ceremonial occasions.

Synonyms

announce, proclaim, promote, publicize, signal.

Examples of usage

  • The arrival of spring was heralded by the blooming flowers.
  • The new policy was heralded as a significant change for the company.
  • They heralded her achievements at the annual awards ceremony.
  • The launch of the new product was heralded by a major marketing campaign.

Translations

Translations of the word "heralded" in other languages:

🇵🇹 anunciado

🇮🇳 घोषित

🇩🇪 verkündet

🇮🇩 diumumkan

🇺🇦 оголошений

🇵🇱 ogłoszony

🇯🇵 宣言された

🇫🇷 annoncé

🇪🇸 anunciado

🇹🇷 ilan edilen

🇰🇷 선언된

🇸🇦 مُعلَن

🇨🇿 vyhlášený

🇸🇰 vyhlásený

🇨🇳 被宣布的

🇸🇮 napovedan

🇮🇸 tilkynnt

🇰🇿 жарияланған

🇬🇪 გამოცხადებული

🇦🇿 elan edilmiş

🇲🇽 anunciado

Etymology

The word 'herald' comes from the Old French term 'erald' which itself derives from the Germanic root related to 'army' and 'leader'. Initially, the term was used to describe a person who would proclaim news, especially related to battles or royal announcements. In medieval times, heralds were often officials tasked with conveying messages, especially during tournaments and ceremonies, where they would announce the actions and lineage of knights and nobles. Over the centuries, the use of the term has evolved to describe the act of announcing any significant news or events, much beyond its original contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,369, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.