noted

adjective

not·​ed ˈnō-təd How to pronounce noted (audio)
: well-known by reputation : eminent, celebrated
notedly adverb
notedness noun
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famous, renowned, celebrated, noted, notorious, distinguished, eminent, illustrious mean known far and wide.

famous implies little more than the fact of being, sometimes briefly, widely and popularly known.

a famous actress

renowned implies more glory and acclamation.

one of the most renowned figures in sports history

celebrated implies notice and attention especially in print.

the most celebrated beauty of her day

noted suggests well-deserved public attention.

the noted mystery writer

notorious frequently adds to famous an implication of questionableness or evil.

a notorious gangster

distinguished implies acknowledged excellence or superiority.

a distinguished scientist who won the Nobel Prize

eminent implies even greater prominence for outstanding quality or character.

the country's most eminent writers

illustrious stresses enduring honor and glory attached to a deed or person.

illustrious war heroes

Examples of noted in a Sentence

She is a noted scholar specializing in Latin-American literature. a serious play that needs a noted Broadway actor for the lead if it is to attract audiences
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Chloé Zhao, who is a noted fan of the series, is set to direct and executive produce the pilot, while Nora and Lila Zuckerman are attached to write, showrun and executive produce. Nicholas Rice, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025 The 25-year-old, 6-foot-2, 202-pound safety is a noted run stopper and notched 104 tackles and two interceptions in 2024. Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2025 Feeling pushed out, Torborg took the Mets’ generous offer. Keenan, a noted control freak, self-destructed with the Hawks in 1992, months after his most memorable contribution to Hawks lore — putting star Jeremy Roenick in a cast during Game 2 of the ’92 Stanley Cup Final in Pittsburgh. Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2025 The November 2024 Draghi Report, by a noted former European Central Bank President, highlighted the negative impact on European economies due to overregulation. Alden Abbott, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for noted

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of noted was in the 14th century

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“Noted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/noted. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.

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noted

adjective
not·​ed
ˈnōt-əd
: well-known and highly regarded : famous
notedly adverb

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