famous

Definition for famous

adjective as in legendary, notable to many

Strongest matches

acclaimed, brilliant, distinguished, eminent, excellent, glorious, grand, great, honored, illustrious, important, influential, leading, memorable, noted, notorious, outstanding, powerful, preeminent, prominent, recognized, remarkable, renowned, splendid, well-known

Weak matches

applauded, august, celebrated, conspicuous, elevated, exalted, extraordinary, foremost, high-profile, imposing, in limelight, in spotlight, lionized, mighty, much-publicized, noble, noteworthy, of note, peerless, reputable, signal, talked about

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Ms Hand asked the DPP to review the decision, saying she felt she was being treated differently because one of the suspects was famous.

From BBC

She was largely famous for being famous, yet eager to fully remake herself beyond Sonny’s long shadow.

From Salon

The song made Ms. Brock famous, too, even though by the time it appeared, she had shut down her restaurant.

From New York Times

The 21-year-old US pop star, famous for hits including Drivers License and Good 4 U, was snapped while shopping in Marks & Spencer in Llandudno.

From BBC

There are many marvelous loans, not least the so-called Spitzer Cross from the Cleveland Museum of Art, a famous and exquisitely refined 12th century Limoges enamel.

From Los Angeles Times

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