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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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Chronic stress is widely known to throw digestion off balance, leading to symptoms like diarrhea or constipation.

From Science Daily • May 1, 2026

Despite being elected to the state Board of Equalization twice and as state controller twice, Yee was not widely known by most Californians.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 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

The mountains, flowers and animal skulls she depicted have made her one of the most widely known and beloved 20th-century American artists.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Though it is not widely known, the prosecutor is the most powerful law enforcement official in the criminal justice system.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander