heralded

[ˈhɛrəldɪd]

heralded Definition

  • 1to be a sign that something is going to happen or appear
  • 2to announce or praise something with enthusiasm

Using heralded: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "heralded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The new discovery was heralded as a major breakthrough in science.

  • Example

    The arrival of the royal family was heralded by the sound of trumpets.

  • Example

    The company's latest product has been heralded as a game-changer in the industry.

heralded Synonyms and Antonyms

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Idioms Using heralded

  • to be praised or celebrated as something important or significant

    Example

    The young musician was heralded as a prodigy after his debut performance.

  • to be a sign that something is coming to an end

    Example

    The sudden drop in sales heralded the end of the company's success.

  • herald of things to come

    a sign or indication of what will happen in the future

    Example

    The success of their first product was a herald of things to come for the startup.

Phrases with heralded

  • a person or thing that is seen as a sign of something bad that is going to happen

    Example

    The dark clouds on the horizon were seen as a herald of doom.

  • angels who are believed to have announced the birth of Jesus Christ

    Example

    The Christmas carol 'Hark! The Herald Angels Sing' celebrates the announcement of the birth of Jesus Christ.

  • a plant or animal that is seen as a sign that spring has arrived

    Example

    The first crocuses are often considered the heralds of spring.

Origins of heralded

from Old French 'heraud', meaning 'messenger'

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Summary: heralded in Brief

'Heralded' [ˈhɛrəldɪd] means to signal or announce something with enthusiasm, often as a sign of something significant or important. It can also mean to be a sign that something is going to happen or appear. Examples include 'The new discovery was heralded as a major breakthrough in science.' and 'The arrival of the royal family was heralded by the sound of trumpets.' 'Heralded' extends into phrases like 'herald of doom,' and idioms like 'be heralded as,' denoting praise or celebration, and 'herald of things to come,' implying a sign of future events.