well-known

[wel-nohn]

adjective

1. clearly or fully known.

   The well-known reasons are obvious.

2. generally or widely known.

   a well-known painting.

   Synonyms: celebrated, noted, famous, prominent

well-known

adjective

1. widely known; famous; celebrated

2. known fully or clearly

Word History and Origins

Origin of well-known¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75

Example Sentences

OpenAI said it has guardrails to block the generation of well-known characters and a team of reviewers who are taking down material that doesn’t follow its updated policy.

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Take the previously mentioned grizzly, California’s most well-known animal.

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Townsend is well-known for his voracious reading and his regular fact-finding exercises in different sports.

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Among the well-known enterprises employing trainees are Homeboy Bakery and Homegirl Cafe in Chinatown.

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She became a well-known actress, of course, and we’re still friends.

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