Master confusing words with ease
World-renown vs. World-renowned
World-renown
/wɜrld rɪˈnaʊn/Examples:
Her world-renown talent has inspired countless artists.The scientist's world-renown research changed the industry.We visited the world-renown museum during our trip to Paris.
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World-renowned
/wɜːrld rɪˈnaʊnd/Examples:
The chef's restaurant is world-renowned for its unique dishes.Her world-renowned performances have captivated audiences worldwide.This university is home to a world-renowned research facility.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- World-renowned is the correct and commonly accepted term used to describe someone or something known and admired globally.
- Renown is a noun meaning the state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored, whereas renowned is the adjective form.
- Remember that world-renowned describes the subject as being celebrated or famous across the world.
- Renowned always ends with ed, indicating its use as an adjective, similar to other adjectives like gifted or acclaimed.
- Do not confuse the noun form renown with the adjective renowned when trying to use it in a sentence.
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