renowned

[ri-nound] / rɪˈnaʊnd /

ADJECTIVE

famous

Synonyms

STRONGEST

acclaimed distinguished eminent esteemed famed great illustrious notable noted outstanding prominent well-known

WEAK

big-name celebrated celebrious extolled high-profile in the limelight lauded monster name of note praised redoubted signal splashy star superstar

Antonyms

STRONGEST

common inconspicuous infamous inferior insignificant ordinary poor unimportant unknown unnoticeable unremarkable

WEAK

anonymous obscure

Example Sentences

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Tuvalu has long been renowned for its staunch advocacy in support of urgent climate action.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Born in Rosario, Argentina, Bielsa hails from a family of educated minds, with his brother having worked in politics and his sister a renowned architect.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

When the wildfires come, who will step in but California’s renowned firefighting agency, CalFire?

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

You’re renowned for your work in intense films like “Till” and “The Piano Lesson.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Reuben Fine was not a therapist in the strict sense of the word, but he was a renowned psychoanalyst.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

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