She was acclaimed person of the year. To praise or welcome somebody/something publicly be acclaimed (as something) the work was acclaimed as a masterpiece. He has been acclaimed as one of the best players in the league.
This book has been widely acclaimed as a modern classic. To acknowledge or declare with enthusiastic approval: Attracting public approval and praise:
Widely acclaimed she was widely acclaimed for her contribution to the discovery. To praise enthusiastically and often publicly. Publicly praised by a lot of people: Her performance was acclaimed by the critics.
Acclaimed meaning, definition, what is acclaimed: How to use acclaimed in a sentence. Attracting public approval and praise: She is being acclaimed (= publicly recognized) as the greatest dancer of her generation.