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Definitions

household name

NOUN
somebody
Synonyms
STRONGEST
someone whoever
STRONG
VIP celebrity dignitary heavyweight luminary name notable one personage so-and-so star superstar
WEAK
person of note public figure some person
Antonyms
STRONG
nobody unknown

Example Sentences

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Veeva Systems may not be a household name, but it’s about to get a spot in the S&P 500.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

Then OpenAI launched ChatGPT in 2022, transforming the A.I. firm into a household name overnight.

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026

May 4 French Canadian comedian Mike Ward may not be a household name in Los Angeles yet, but he’s widely respected in the comedy world for pushing boundaries.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

Collaborations with OP Nayyar, Burman and SD Burman made her a household name.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

This is how Mary B. Addison became a household name.

From "Allegedly" by Tiffany D. Jackson