HyperDic: laureate

English > 2 senses of the word laureate:
ADJECTIVEalllaureateworthy of the greatest honor / honor or distinction
NOUNperson laureatesomeone honored for great achievements
laureate > pronunciation
Soundslao'riyaht
Rhymesabbot ... zealot / Zealot: 372 rhymes with aht...
English > laureate: 2 senses > adjective 1
Meaningworthy of the greatest honor / honor or distinction.
Example"The nation's pediatrician laureate is preparing to lay down his black bag"- James Traub
Broaderhonorable, honourableworthy of being honored
Spanishlaureado
English > laureate: 2 senses > noun 1, person
Meaningsomeone honored for great achievements; figuratively someone crowned with a laurel wreath.
NarrowerNobelist, Nobel Laureatewinner of a Nobel prize
poet laureateThe poet officially appointed to the royal household in Great Britain
BroaderhonoreeA recipient of honors in recognition of noteworthy accomplishments / accomplishments
Spanishgalardonado, laureado
Catalanllorejat

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