adjective

renowned

renowned, famous, celebrated

She is a renowned artist.

She is a renowned artist.

The city is renowned for its architecture.

The city is renowned for its architecture.

renowned ((as sth.)) known or talked about by many people as something He is renowned as a great speaker.

renowned ((for sth.)) famous for something The region is renowned for its outstanding food.

Synonyms: famous, celebrated, eminent; Antonyms: unknown, obscure

From Old French 'renommee' (fame), from 're-' (again) + 'nom' (name). To be 'named again and again'.

Think of being 're-named' or known again and again for your achievements.

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