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renowned

/ɹɪˈnaʊnd/
Meanings
  • adjective

    widely known and recognized for having great achievements or for possessing a certain quality

    - "The renowned scientist was invited to give a lecture at the university."
    - "The renowned painter's works were sold for millions at auction."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with renowned
home , roam , comb , gnomes , loom , bloom , doom , room , gloom , tome , comb , dome , loom
Variants
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renowned , renown , renowning , renowns , world-renowned
Etymology
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From Old French 'renom' meaning 'renown, fame', from 're-' meaning 'back' + 'nom' meaning 'name'.

Trivia
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  1. The term 'renowned' has been used in English since the 15th century.

  2. The longest word in English with the letter sequence 'renowned' is 'unrenownability'.

  3. The term 'renowned' is often used to describe universities, hospitals, and other institutions that are known for their excellence and high standards.

Related Concepts
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  1. fame: Fame is the state of being known and admired by a large number of people, often for a particular achievement or quality. Renown and fame are closely related concepts, as both refer to recognition and admiration.

  2. reputation: Reputation is the public perception of an individual or entity, based on their past actions and the information that is available about them. Renowned individuals and entities have a positive reputation, as they are widely recognized and admired.

Quotes
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  1. … it was hard for me to realize that I was to be honoured by a degree from the oldest and most "renowned" university in America.

    - Booker T. Washington,{it}Up From Slavery{/it},1901

  2. He was "renowned" for his appetite—in the mid-60's, his daily breakfast consisted of six steaks, four plates of pasta and a dozen eggs …

    - Maureen Dowd,{it}New York Times{/it},24 June 1993

  3. Poggio prospected for manuscripts across much of western Europe, visiting the "renowned" monasteries of Reichenau and Fulda, and wandering as far afield as Cologne, London, Paris, and Rome.

    - Fred Lerner,{it}The Story of Libraries{/it},1998
Culture
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The term 'renowned' has been used extensively in literature and art to describe individuals or entities that have achieved great recognition and acclaim. In music, the term is often used to describe famous musicians or compositions. In film, renowned actors or directors are frequently highlighted.

How to Memorize "renowned"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a person or entity being recognized and admired by a large crowd. Imagine the crowd applauding and cheering as they approach. This can help you remember the meaning of renowned as something that is widely recognized and admired.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word renowned with the idea of greatness and recognition. Think of famous individuals or entities that you know of, and remember that they are renowned because they have achieved great things and are widely recognized for their accomplishments.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'renowned': 'Rats Eat Nuts Often, Underground' can help you remember that renowned means widely recognized and admired.

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