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famed

American  
[feymd] / feɪmd /

adjective

  1. very well known and, often, highly regarded; famous.


Other Word Forms

  • overfamed adjective

Etymology

Origin of famed

First recorded in 1525–35; fame + -ed 3

Example Sentences

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Protecting the famed band is a tough gig, though.

From Los Angeles Times

A French wine maker has hailed the impact of his Sancerre appearing in Taylor Swift's latest documentary which looks set to deepen America's love affair with the famed Loire appellation.

From Barron's

Keith Jackson’s family continues to keep the famed broadcaster’s memory alive, with the Rose Bowl Game reminding them how special he was as a husband and father.

From Los Angeles Times

First of all, it was almost exclusively the exterior of the famed home located at 671 Lincoln Ave. that was used for filming.

From MarketWatch

She also allegedly received luxury jewellery, a painting by famed South Korean minimalist painter Lee Ufan, a Dior handbag and a wristwatch.

From Barron's