famed
Americanadjective
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Etymology
Origin of famed
Explanation
Something that's famed is very well-known, or famous. Your dad's famed brownies are the highlight of every bake sale in town. The adjective famed basically means "renowned." In other words, something that's famed is famous, usually for its excellence. If a book is famed, it's either a bestseller or a classic, and if your English teacher is famed, it's probably hard to get into her classes because everyone wants to take them. The 16th century meaning of famed was "much talked about," from the now-obsolete verb fame, "spread abroad or report."
Example Sentences
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Shaka Zulu was a famed leader of the Zulu nation.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
Hedge fund managers are famed for their complex bets on obscure assets.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
As the son of famed English folk singer-songwriters Richard and Linda Thompson, he has a musical pedigree — and gifts that are wholly his own.
From Salon • May 15, 2026
According to GuitarWorld, the 81-year-old guitarist had just finished performing his famed cover of J.J.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
"Ser Garlan, your sister's beauty is famed throughout the Seven Kingdoms, but I am promised to another. A king must keep his word."
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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