famous
adjective
[ ˈfeɪməs ]
• known about by many people.
• "a famous star"
Similar:
well known,
celebrated,
prominent,
famed,
popular,
having made a name for oneself,
renowned,
noted,
notable,
eminent,
pre-eminent,
leading,
distinguished,
esteemed,
respected,
venerable,
august,
of high standing,
of distinction,
of repute,
illustrious,
acclaimed,
honoured,
exalted,
great,
glorious,
remarkable,
signal,
legendary,
lionized,
much publicized,
notorious,
infamous,
• excellent.
• "Galway stormed to a famous victory"
Origin:
late Middle English: from Old French fameus, from Latin famosus ‘famed’, from fama (see fame).
