famous
[ fey-muh s ]
/ ˈfeɪ məs /
adjective
having a widespread reputation, usually of a favorable nature; renowned; celebrated: a famous writer.
Informal. first-rate; excellent: The singer gave a famous performance.
notorious (used pejoratively).
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synonym study for famous
1. Famous, celebrated, eminent, distinguished refer to someone or something widely and favorably known. Famous is the general word: a famous lighthouse. Celebrated originally referred to something commemorated, but now usually refers to someone or something widely known for conspicuous merit, services, etc.: a celebrated writer. Eminent implies high standing among one's contemporaries, especially in one's own profession or craft: an eminent physician. Distinguished adds to eminent the idea of honors conferred more or less publicly: a distinguished scientist.
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British Dictionary definitions for famousness
famous
/ (ˈfeɪməs) /
adjective
known to or recognized by many people; renowned
informal excellent; splendid
archaic of ill repute
Derived forms of famous
famousness, nounWord Origin for famous
C14: from Latin fāmōsus; see fame
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