feted
Thrown a gala
Feted is the past tense of fete, meaning to honor or celebrate someone with a party or public festivities.
Someone who is feted receives lavish attention and praise: The returning astronauts were feted at a White House reception.
The word carries connotations of ceremony and admiration.
Publicly honored or celebrated
- acclaimedPublicly and enthusiastically praised
- extolledPraised with enthusiasm
- commendedExpressed approval of
- applaudedExpressed approval audibly
hailed · honored · recognized · admired · glorified · eulogized · lionized · revered
Festive formal occasion
- banquetFormal celebratory meal
- celebrationFestive event marking occasion
- partyGathering for celebration
- receptionAct of receiving guests
soiree · ball · dinner · ceremony · toast · gathering · luncheon · affair
Offering of respect
- homageExpression of deep respect
- ovationExtended audience applause
- accoladeExpression of high esteem
- laurelsWreaths symbolizing triumph
kudos · plaudits · commendation · recognition · appreciation · distinction · award · medal
lauded
Publicly honored or celebrated
- acclaimedPublicly and enthusiastically praised
- extolledPraised with enthusiasm
- commendedExpressed approval of
applauded · hailed · honored · recognized · admired · glorified · eulogized · lionized · revered · esteemed
gala
Festive formal occasion
- banquetFormal celebratory meal
- celebrationFestive event marking occasion
- partyGathering for celebration
reception · soiree · ball · dinner · ceremony · toast · gathering · luncheon · affair · function
tribute
Offering of respect
laurels · kudos · plaudits · commendation · recognition · appreciation · distinction · award · medal · ceremony
fetedsnubbed
Intentionally disregarded
shunned · ostracized · vilified · condemned · scorned
fetedignored
Purposely not noticed
overlooked · disregarded · neglected · unnoticed · forgotten
- village feteLocal community fundraising festival