English dictionary
famous
/'f/eI/m/@/s/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Celebrated in fame or public report; renowned; mach talked of; distinguished in story; -- used in either a good or a bad sense, chiefly the former; often followed by <i>for</i>; as, <i>famous</i> for erudition, for eloquence, for military skill; a <i>famous</i> pirate.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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widely known and esteemed
ExamplesA famous actor.
Source: WordNet 3.0