renown

¹re·nown

noun \ri-ˈnau̇n\

Definition of RENOWN

1

: a state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame

2

obsolete : report, rumor

Examples of RENOWN

1. He achieved great renown for his discoveries.
2. Her photographs have earned her international renown.

Origin of RENOWN

Middle English renoun, from Anglo-French renum, renoun, from renomer to report, speak of, from re- + nomer to name, from Latin nominare, from nomin-, nomen name — more at name

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to RENOWN

Synonyms: celebrity, notoriety, fame

Antonyms: anonymity, oblivion, obscureness, obscurity

Related Words: infamy; character, mark, name, report, reputability, reputation, repute; cachet, place, position, prestige, rank, standing, stature, status; megastardom, popularity, stardom, superstardom; distinction, eminence, glory, greatness, honor, illustriousness, note, preeminence, prominence, visibility; acclaim, accolade, acknowledgment (or acknowledgement), homage, kudos, laurels, praise, recognition; adoration, idolization

Near Antonyms: disgrace, dishonor, disrepute, ignominy, odium, opprobrium, shame; inconspicuousness, invisibility; unpopularity

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