renowned
word
Definition
Well-known and respected, usually for a particular skill, quality, or achievement.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly formal; often used for artists, experts, or institutions. Common collocations: 'renowned author', 'world-renowned', 'renowned for'. Avoid using it for everyday people; it suggests wide recognition rather than simple popularity.
Spanish: renombrado - famosoPortuguese (BR): renomado - famosoPortuguese (PT): renomado - famosoChinese (Simplified): 著名的Chinese (Traditional): 著名的Hindi: प्रसिद्ध - मशहूरArabic: مشهور - معروفBengali: প্রসিদ্ধ - বিখ্যাতRussian: знаменитый - прославленныйJapanese: 著名な - 名高いVietnamese: nổi tiếng - danh tiếngKorean: 저명한 - 유명한Turkish: ünlü - meşhurUrdu: معروف - مشہورIndonesian: terkenal - ternama
Example Sentences
He is a renowned artist in his country.
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The city is renowned for its beautiful parks.
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She became renowned after her invention.
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That restaurant is renowned for its fresh seafood.
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She consulted a renowned doctor for her treatment.
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Their university is renowned around the world.
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