world-famous

[wurld-fey-muhs]

adjective

1. famous throughout the world.

   a world-famous film.

Word History and Origins

Origin of world-famous¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

The world-famous Berghain club is still going strong, but the phenomenon dubbed "club death" has since claimed some of Berlin's other famous nightspots.

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South Africa's world-famous Kruger National Park could become known by a new name if some local politicians have their way.

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Local resentment is rising, with social media vigilantes putting misbehaving tourists on blast - even as the Balinese maintain their world-famous hospitality.

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Many scenic spots and routes in the world-famous Taroko Gorge National Park are still shut after the quake.

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The primary road through the region, world-famous Highway 1, which clings to cliffs high above the Pacific Ocean in postcard worthy fashion, is almost constantly closed by landslides, isolating communities and stranding weary travelers.

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