famous
adjective
Synonyms
- big-name
- celebrated
- famed
- noted
- notorious
- prominent
- renowned
- star
- visible
- well-known
Example Sentences
Alexis Jones, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2022 The Purosangue’s big engine, a 715-horsepower V12 of the sort for which Ferrari is famous, is carried farther back behind the front wheels than in similar vehicles to create a better weight balance, according to Ferrari. Peter Valdes-dapena, CNN, 13 Sep. 2022 The queen was famous for not granting interviews, and her archives have not been accessible. Wsj Books Staff, WSJ, 13 Sep. 2022 Then Godard was famous, and off in a new direction, and then another. Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 13 Sep. 2022 Stagecoach is famous for booking a few veterans and/or mainstream rock acts that may be considered roots-adjacent to fill key slots in the Palomino tent. Chris Willman, Variety, 12 Sep. 2022 His Huskers were famous for losing close games — 22 of his 31 losses were decided by eight points or less — and for getting beat as double-digit favorites. Eric Olson, ajc, 11 Sep. 2022 Sarandon's newest role brings her back to television as the conniving (and criminal) matriach of country music's most famous family in the new Fox drama, Monarch. Keith Langston, EW.com, 10 Sep. 2022 Royal watchers agree King Charles is not likely to corral extended relatives into the crown’s affairs as his mother did with her cousin the Duke of Kent, most famous for his role handing out trophies to the victors at Wimbledon. Marco Della Cava, USA TODAY, 9 Sep. 2022 See More Word History
Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin famosus, from fama fame
14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
Phrases Containing famous
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Synonyms & Similar Words
- famed
- renowned
- celebrated
- prominent
- notorious
- infamous
- legendary
- distinguished
- well-known
- respected
- noted
- illustrious
- star
- notable
- visible
- outstanding
- prestigious
- remarkable
- popular
- big-name
- important
- leading
- fabled
- great
- honorable
- noteworthy
- fabulous
- respectable
- eminent
- favorite
- exceptional
- recognized
- reputable
- preeminent
- preferred
- formidable
- superior
- acknowledged
- significant
- estimable
- supereminent
- redoubtable
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- unknown
- obscure
- anonymous
- unsung
- unfamous
- nameless
- unimportant
- insignificant
- inconspicuous
- uncelebrated
- unpopular
- undistinguished
- unexceptional
Synonyms & Similar Words
- wonderful
- excellent
- beautiful
- fabulous
- awesome
- great
- lovely
- superb
- terrific
- fantastic
- marvelous
- stellar
- classic
- fine
- prime
- hot
- marvellous
- splendid
- cool
- heavenly
- sensational
- quality
- neat
- brave
- exceptional
- top
- superlative
- noble
- superior
- divine
- grand
- choice
- nifty
- good
- fab
- immense
- groovy
- cracking
- dynamite
- capital
- unsurpassed
- prizewinning
- dandy
- prize
- par excellence
- slick
- high-class
- keen
- topping
- sterling
- radical
- banner
- fantabulous
- brag
- peachy keen
- primo
- top-notch
- peachy
- crackerjack
- too much
- special
- topflight
- righteous
- mean
- boss
- swell
- frontline
- first-rate
- dope
- wizard
- bully
- decent
- first-class
- boffo
- number one
- hype
- gone
- top-of-the-line
- numero uno
- traditional
- classical
- corking
- bumper
- better
- gangbusters
- bonny
- supernal
- gangbuster
- top-shelf
- five-star
- down
- blue-chip
- fancy
- first-string
- jim-dandy
- acceptable
- blue-ribbon
- four-star
- out-of-sight
- gilt-edge
- tip-top
- all right
- gilt-edged
- premium
- phat
- out of this world
- adequate
- bonnie
- No. 1
- bang-up
- A-OK
- satisfactory
- A1
- passable
- standard
- tolerable
- superfine
- select
- okay
- high-grade
- OK
- high-test
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- poor
- terrible
- awful
- lousy
- execrable
- vile
- atrocious
- pathetic
- wretched
- bad
- rotten
- inferior
- unsatisfactory
- mediocre
- substandard
- middling
- second-rate
- low-grade
- second-class
Synonym Chooser
Some common synonyms of famous are celebrated, distinguished, eminent, illustrious, noted, notorious, and renowned. While all these words mean "known far and wide," famous implies little more than the fact of being, sometimes briefly, widely and popularly known.
While in some cases nearly identical to famous, celebrated implies notice and attention especially in print.
The words distinguished and famous are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, distinguished implies acknowledged excellence or superiority.
The synonyms eminent and famous are sometimes interchangeable, but eminent implies even greater prominence for outstanding quality or character.
While the synonyms illustrious and famous are close in meaning, illustrious stresses enduring honor and glory attached to a deed or person.
Although the words noted and famous have much in common, noted suggests well-deserved public attention.
Notorious frequently adds to famous an implication of questionableness or evil.
In some situations, the words renowned and famous are roughly equivalent. However, renowned implies more glory and acclamation.