renowned

adjective

re·nowned | \ ri-ˈnau̇nd

Definition of renowned

: widely acclaimed and highly honored : celebrated

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famous, renowned, celebrated, noted, notorious, distinguished, eminent, illustrious mean known far and wide. famous implies little more than the fact of being, sometimes briefly, widely and popularly known. a famous actress renowned implies more glory and acclamation. one of the most renowned figures in sports history celebrated implies notice and attention especially in print. the most celebrated beauty of her day noted suggests well-deserved public attention. the noted mystery writer notorious frequently adds to famous an implication of questionableness or evil. a notorious gangster distinguished implies acknowledged excellence or superiority. a distinguished scientist who won the Nobel Prize eminent implies even greater prominence for outstanding quality or character. the country's most eminent writers illustrious stresses enduring honor and glory attached to a deed or person. illustrious war heroes

Examples of renowned in a Sentence

Poggio prospected for manuscripts across much of western Europe, visiting the renowned monasteries of Reichenau and Fulda, and wandering as far afield as Cologne, London, Paris, and Rome. — 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

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Hernandez is renowned for capturing Los Angeles street life in ways that feel very Los Angeles. — Los Angeles Times, "Datebook: A show about the Santa Monica Airport at the Santa Monica Airport," 30 Aug. 2019 Kidman, an Oscar winner and frequent nominee, is also renowned for her peerless wig versatility. — Sangeeta Singh-kurtz, Quartzy, "A brief history of Nicole Kidman’s iconic wigs," 22 Aug. 2019 New Yorkers are renowned for their ability to ignore people on subways, so being able to draw the interest of people who are world-class talents at being disinterested was something the Felice Brothers had to learn. — Chuck Yarborough, cleveland.com, "Felice Brothers continue to explore social landscape with new album, ‘Undress,’ and a Grog Shop gig," 19 Aug. 2019 The day is renowned for live music, gourmet food trucks, craft vendors, and family friendly activities on the shores of Lake Terramuggus. — courant.com, "Community News For The Colchester Edition," 12 Aug. 2019 Lang’s previous two attempts are not renowned for conjuring the classic Woodstock mystique. — Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, "Why Woodstock Can Never Happen Again," 6 Aug. 2019 Elie Saab is renowned globally for his couture gowns. — Abby Gardner, Glamour, "Elie Saab Designed the Most Beautiful Wedding Dress for His Daughter-in-Law," 23 July 2019 In Saratoga Springs, where the Whitneys owned a stately manor on a 135-acre estate called Cady Hill, Mrs. Whitney was renowned for her annual late-summer gala on the eve of the Whitney Stakes at Saratoga Race Course. — Enid Nemy, New York Times, "Marylou Whitney, Social Queen of the Racing World, Dies at 93," 19 July 2019 Koltsevaya Line, Moscow Constructed in the 1950s during the height of the Cold War, stations of the Russian capital’s Circle Line are renowned for their iconic Stalinist architecture. — Robert Chg, National Geographic, "See why the world’s best subway lines are destinations unto themselves," 19 July 2019

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renowned

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of renowned

: known and admired by many people for some special quality or achievement

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renowned

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re·nowned | \ ri-ˈnau̇nd

Kids Definition of renowned

: widely and favorably known a renowned author

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