renowned
/ɹɪˈnaʊnd/
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Meaning · English
Famous, celebrated, or well-known; widely praised or highly honored.
Adjective
Examples
The movie Three Stars is about world-renowned chefs.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “renowned” mean?
Famous, celebrated, or well-known; widely praised or highly honored.
Is “renowned” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.