re·nowned

[ri-nound]
adjective
celebrated; famous.

Origin:
1325–75; Middle English; see renown, -ed2

re·nown·ed·ly [ri-nou-nid-lee, -nound-] , adverb
re·nown·ed·ness, noun
un·re·nowned, adjective


famed, distinguished, honored, notable.
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renowned (rɪˈnaʊnd) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj
having a widespread, esp good, reputation; famous

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renowned
late 14c.; pp. adj. from renown.
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Example sentences
Its military strength is renowned, and accomplished.
Being noticed by someone renowned in theatrical circles-anyone-was something.
Tigers are the largest of all wild cats and are renowned for their power and
  strength.
The pious posturing of countries renowned for beastliness to their citizens
  incenses critics.
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