Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Widely known or recognized by many people.
Famous
/ˈfeɪməs/Synonyms:
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Examples:
'I am already famous for my medical skills,' he thought proudly.
The man defending him was Sir Ernest Heavywether, a famous lawyer.
It reminds me of that famous Wayne Gretzky quote:
Etymology:
The word famous comes from Middle English famous, borrowed from Old French famos, from Latin famosus, meaning celebrated, renowned, which ultimately derives from fama, meaning fame.
Usage Statistics:
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