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widely known

ADJECTIVE
traveled
Synonyms
STRONGEST
busy
STRONG
accepted frequented
WEAK
sure well-used
Antonyms
WEAK
abandoned deserted domestic empty insular little-used unexplored
ADJECTIVE
well-known
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
Antonyms
STRONGEST
inconspicuous inferior insignificant obscure ordinary unimportant unknown unnoticeable unremarkable
WEAK
unfamiliar

Example Sentences

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Deep in the heart of the Delta lies Clarksdale, Miss., widely known as the birthplace of the blues.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Names like Hugh Hefner, James B. Duke and Adolphus Busch are widely known but are rarely if ever suggested for our pool of great American entrepreneurs and businesspeople.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

Over the summers of both 2024 and 2025, it was widely known that Wolff was courting Verstappen, hoping he would move to Mercedes.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Having already served as prime minister twice, Lokke, as he is widely known, seems at home in the spotlight.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

“I am considered something of a Potter authority; it is widely known that we are friendly. I have assured the spirit community that I will not pester you for information, however. ‘

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling