renowned
adjective
Synonyms
- big-name
- celebrated
- famed
- famous
- noted
- notorious
- prominent
- star
- visible
- well-known
Example Sentences
Fred Lerner, The Story of Libraries, 1998 He was renowned for his appetite—in the mid-60's, his daily breakfast consisted of six steaks, four plates of pasta and a dozen eggs … Maureen Dowd, New York Times, 24 June 1993 … it was hard for me to realize that I was to be honoured by a degree from the oldest and most renowned university in America. Booker T. Washington, Up From Slavery, 1901 a restaurant renowned for its wine list the renowned painter, sculptor, architect, and engineer, Leonardo da Vinci Jordi Lippe-mcgraw, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2022 Created by renowned fashion designer Koshino Junko, it is intended to illustrate the theme of leaping forward. Patrick Frater, Variety, 17 Aug. 2022 The hotel, part of the LVMH’s hotel group, recently underwent a top-to-toe renovation by renowned French interior designer Jacques Grange. ELLE, 5 Aug. 2022 The move-in ready home, priced at $34.75 million, was designed by renowned interior designer Steven G of Interiors by Steven G, who created a Zen-like floating residence inspired by the chic elegance of Saint-Tropez. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 26 July 2022 Two local firms, Clayton & Little and Ten Eyck Landscape Architects, joined urbanist architecture firm Moule and Polyzoides and renowned designer Ken Fulk in the collaborative effort. Anna Mazurek, Chron, 22 July 2022 Tia Mowry-Hardrict, for one, has added her own colorful flair to this renowned nail look yet again. Chelsea Avila, Allure, 7 June 2022 Wood, chief of MGH’s orthopedic spine service at the time and a nationally renowned practitioner in his specialty, is a confident, veteran surgeon. BostonGlobe.com, 30 Aug. 2022 Held from August 17 through 20 this time around, the four-day racing retrospective commemorated the 100th anniversary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the world’s most renowned automotive endurance contest. Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 26 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
see renown entry 1
14th century, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing renowned
Kids Definition
renowned
adjective
renowned 1 of 2
adjective
Synonyms & Similar Words
- famed
- famous
- celebrated
- prominent
- notorious
- distinguished
- legendary
- respected
- infamous
- well-known
- noted
- illustrious
- leading
- notable
- outstanding
- star
- visible
- prestigious
- big-name
- remarkable
- eminent
- fabled
- exceptional
- important
- respectable
- recognized
- great
- popular
- preeminent
- honorable
- noteworthy
- reputable
- fabulous
- superior
- formidable
- acknowledged
- preferred
- favorite
- estimable
- significant
- redoubtable
- supereminent
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- unknown
- unsung
- obscure
- anonymous
- nameless
- unfamous
- uncelebrated
- insignificant
- unimportant
- inconspicuous
- undistinguished
- unpopular
- unexceptional
renowned
2 of 2verb
Synonyms & Similar Words
- acclaimed
- commended
- complimented
- applauded
- hailed
- saluted
- idolized
- celebrated
- lauded
- praised
- eulogized
- extolled
- belauded
- adored
- worshipped
- rhapsodized
- deified
- worshiped
- blessed
- exalted
- cheered
- cited
- emblazoned
- hymned
- chanted
- recommended
- resounded
- magnified
- carolled
- blest
- flattered
- touted
- glorified
- caroled
- cracked up
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- blamed
- criticized
- censured
- chided
- admonished
- reprobated
- rebuked
- reprimanded
- reproved
- reprehended
- lambasted
- reproached
- castigated
- chid
- keelhauled
Synonym Chooser
Some common synonyms of renowned are celebrated, distinguished, eminent, famous, illustrious, noted, and notorious. While all these words mean "known far and wide," renowned implies more glory and acclamation.
In some situations, the words celebrated and renowned are roughly equivalent. However, celebrated implies notice and attention especially in print.
While the synonyms distinguished and renowned are close in meaning, distinguished implies acknowledged excellence or superiority.
The synonyms eminent and renowned are sometimes interchangeable, but eminent implies even greater prominence for outstanding quality or character.
The words famous and renowned are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, famous implies little more than the fact of being, sometimes briefly, widely and popularly known.
Although the words illustrious and renowned have much in common, illustrious stresses enduring honor and glory attached to a deed or person.
While in some cases nearly identical to renowned, noted suggests well-deserved public attention.
Notorious frequently adds to famous an implication of questionableness or evil.