adjective
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distinguished; celebrated; famous
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of special note or significance; noticeable
a noted increase in the crime rate
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of noted
Explanation
Use the adjective noted to describe something that's well-known or distinguished. A noted expert on dinosaurs is famous for her study of very old fossils. You may have to wait more than an hour for a table at a noted restaurant. If you grow up to be a noted film director, millions of people will know your name and be familiar with your movies. Noted things get a lot of attention and praise. Originally, around the fourteenth century, noted simply meant "observed," from the verb note, to see or witness. You can still use noted this way, but it more commonly means "renowned."
Example Sentences
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Physically, it has been noted he has settled down, which is key at an age where development is not complete and can come in surges.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
The 780 arrests was a 32 percent increase compared to the celebrations of PSG's Champions League win last year, the minister noted.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
Curi noted that obesity is a major diabetes risk factor, but not the only one.
From Science Daily • May 31, 2026
However, if oil prices rise further beyond June, “the balance of risks could shift toward weaker growth and a renewed case for additional policy easing,” they noted.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
“Unfortunately for Henry,” Haldeman noted, “it was recorded.”
From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin
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