world-renowned

American  

[wurld-ri-nound] / ˈwɜrld rɪˈnaʊnd /

adjective

1. famous throughout the world.

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Etymology

Origin of world-renowned

First recorded in 1590–1600

Example Sentences

"The investigations were launched due to the immense media storm around the case, solely because of the involvement of the defendant, who is a world-renowned athlete," Neymar's legal team said.

From Barron's

The hotel, a short walk from world-renowned museums, is formed of conjoined Victorian townhouses with British and Irish flags displayed out front.

From The Wall Street Journal

Although they are otherwise very well aligned on the overall goals of myeloma care, my own two primary oncologists, each a world-renowned figure in myeloma research and treatment, respectfully differ on the “cure” question—or at least on some of the nuances involved.

From Slate

“By leveraging Treasury’s world-renowned expertise in finance and economic policy, we are confident that American students, borrowers and taxpayers will finally have functioning programs after decades of mismanagement,” Education Secretary Linda McMahon said in a statement announcing the partnership.

From MarketWatch

An optometrist and glasses-maker has become the latest subject for the world-renowned artist, David Hockney.

From BBC