adjective

renowned

renowned, famous, celebrated, noted

She is a renowned scientist.

She is a renowned scientist.

The city is renowned for its beautiful architecture.

The city is renowned for its beautiful architecture.

renowned as ((sth.)) He is renowned as a great chef.

renowned for ((sth.)) The region is renowned for its wine.

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

From Old French 'renom' (renown, fame), from 're-' (expressing intensive force) + 'nom' (name).

Think of someone whose 'renown' (fame) is widely known. Their name is known again and again.

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