famous

Meanings

• adjective

  Known to many people; celebrated or distinguished.

• adjective

  Having a reputation; renowned.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈfeɪməs/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=112398862"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with famous
ame , came , came , game , lame , tame,ame , came , came , game , lame , tame

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Variants

List of all variants of famous that leads to same result
famous , famousness , famousnesses , world-famous

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Etymology

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Old French famus, from fame, 'renown, reputation'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'famous' comes from the Latin word 'fama', which means 'report' or 'news'.

2. In ancient Rome, a 'fame' was a wooden post or column used to display public notices or announcements.

3. The term 'fame' is often used interchangeably with the term 'celebrity'. However, fame refers to the reputation or recognition itself, while celebrity refers to the person or thing that is famous.

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Related Concepts

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1. Infamy: The opposite of fame, infamy refers to a negative reputation or notoriety.

2. Celebrity: A person who is widely recognized and often admired for their talents, achievements, or personal qualities.

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Culture

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The word 'famous' is often used to describe individuals, places, or things that have gained widespread recognition or reputation. It can refer to anything from famous artists and celebrities to famous landmarks and historical sites. The concept of fame has been explored extensively in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression throughout history.

How to Memorize "famous"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person or thing that is widely known and admired, such as a famous actor or landmark.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'famous' with the idea of recognition or reputation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each definition: 'Famous is Known and Celebrated' or 'Famous People are Renowned'.

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