Definitions

well-known

[wel-nohn] / ˈwɛlˈnoʊn /

ADJECTIVE

familiar, famous

Synonyms

STRONGEST

acclaimed eminent illustrious important infamous known leading notable noted notorious outstanding popular prominent recognized renowned reputable

WEAK

VIP WK big big-name big-shot celeb celebrated common conspicuous in the limelight in the public eye large name public somebody splashy star superstar widely known

Antonyms

STRONGEST

inconspicuous inferior insignificant obscure ordinary unimportant unknown unnoticeable unremarkable

WEAK

unfamiliar

Example Sentences

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It’s going to be fun tracking the progress of first-year football coaches this season because there are so many at well-known programs.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 21, 2026

Mr. Kendall, a freelance journalist, quotes well-known journalists and writers on how much they admire the cartoonist.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

Another character that has regularly appeared up against well-known politicians including former prime ministers Rishi Sunak, Boris Johnson, Theresa May and London Mayor Sadiq Khan, is Count Binface.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

SpaceX may be one of the most well-known companies seeking to build them, but it is not the only one.

From Science Daily • Jun. 19, 2026

He appeared yesterday; we’ve already heard the well-known voice.

From "All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel" by Erich Maria Remarque

well-known

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