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renowned

American  
[ri-nound] / rɪˈnaʊnd /

adjective

  1. celebrated; famous.

    Synonyms:
    notable, honored, distinguished, famed

renowned British  
/ rɪˈnaʊnd /

adjective

  1. having a widespread, esp good, reputation; famous

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Other Word Forms

  • renownedly adverb
  • renownedness noun
  • unrenowned adjective

Etymology

Origin of renowned

First recorded in 1325–75; Middle English; renown + -ed 2

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Moore originally grew up in South L.A., where he started playing drums at 13, focusing on R&B and funk before eventually being mentored by the renowned jazz saxophonist and singer Elvira “Vi” Redd.

From Los Angeles Times

South Korea is globally renowned for its beauty, from heartthrob idols and picturesque actresses to elaborate skin-care regimens and world-class plastic surgeons.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Hotel Cafe, Hollywood’s beloved music venue and springboard for many renowned artists, is leaving its post on Cahuenga Boulevard in 2026.

From Los Angeles Times

And items made by silversmiths may have their own special mark: A piece made by renowned American craftsman Paul Revere, for instance, will be marked “Revere.”

From MarketWatch

And items made by silversmiths may have their own special mark: A piece made by renowned American craftsman Paul Revere, for instance, will be marked “Revere.”

From MarketWatch