as in fame
the fact or state of being known to the public
a basketball icon whose renown is truly international
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Recent Examples of renown
David Goodman, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2025
Winfrey and Goldberg, ages 71 and 69, were presenting themselves as political avatars rather than the companionable media figures of their first renown.
—Armond White, National Review, 7 Mar. 2025
Tyson last fought a sanctioned fight in 2005 , losing a sixth-round TKO to gigantic Irishman Kevin McBride, a fighter of little renown beyond that win.
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 10 Jan. 2025
Already a seasoned pro of international renown, Wieck introduced it on November 9, 1835, with the top-flight Gewandhaus Orchestra of her native Leipzig, conducted by Felix Mendelssohn, who was 10 years Clara’s senior and himself one of the supreme prodigies in the history of music.
—Matthew Gurewitsch, airmail.news, 4 Jan. 2025
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Rob, Eric and Adam achieved renown in the 1990s as extreme skiers and were featured in more than 20 films.
—David Goodman, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2025
Winfrey and Goldberg, ages 71 and 69, were presenting themselves as political avatars rather than the companionable media figures of their first renown.
—Armond White, National Review, 7 Mar. 2025
Tyson last fought a sanctioned fight in 2005 , losing a sixth-round TKO to gigantic Irishman Kevin McBride, a fighter of little renown beyond that win.
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 10 Jan. 2025
Already a seasoned pro of international renown, Wieck introduced it on November 9, 1835, with the top-flight Gewandhaus Orchestra of her native Leipzig, conducted by Felix Mendelssohn, who was 10 years Clara’s senior and himself one of the supreme prodigies in the history of music.
—Matthew Gurewitsch, airmail.news, 4 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for renown
Noun
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This was less a celebrity cameo and more a strategic bridge between his classic fame and contemporary culture.—
Jeetendr Sehdev,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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The story is set after the attack on Pearl Harbor when four of America’s top college football stars set their fame aside to enlist in the Marines.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Friedman’s production was critically acclaimed, due to its focus on the central characters and the standout performances from Groff, Radcliffe and Mendez.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Apr. 2025
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In its second partnership, the brand is introducing a five-piece limited edition of its Escale model in collaboration with Kari Voutilainen, an independent watchmaker with a workshop in Saint-Sulpice, Switzerland, acclaimed for his decoration and finishing techniques.—
Carol Besler,
Forbes,
26 Mar. 2025
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Gang members have gained notoriety for being covered in tattoos signifying allegiance to the gang.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2025
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In today’s political ecosystem, any form of internet notoriety might be desirable.—
Kyle Chayka,
The New Yorker,
26 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Pascal commended Kaitlyn Dever, who joined Season 2 as the character Abby.—
Abigail Lee,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2025
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A number of fans and celebrity supporters commended her for speaking out about her faith and promoting prayer.—
Ashley Hume,
Fox News,
24 Mar. 2025
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The firm specialized in celebrity, events and brands and maintained offices in L.A. and New York.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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The network has ordered Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service, which will see the celebrity chef go undercover to rescue America’s filthiest restaurants.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The man who is arguably the most famous or legendary keyboard sideman in rock talked with Variety about the circumstances of his new album, his current west coast tour (with more dates to be added further east) and his eternal eagerness to salute his forebears.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2025
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Musk’s Gestures And Comments Have Landed Him In Hot Water Musk’s image has collapsed in Germany following his two gestures—that appeared to many to be Seig Heil salutes—at Trump’s inauguration and a number of posts promoting fascist and Nazi views, some referring to Stalin and Hitler.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The rabbis, both of high repute, belong to different generations and display differing levels of stringency—the stricter is a grandfather; the other, his son-in-law, is more lenient but by no means lax.—
Judith Shulevitz,
The Atlantic,
16 Mar. 2025
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Her voice, her public repute, and her dignity — the vanishings of which are all mostly self-steered.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
24 Oct. 2024
Verb
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This mirror measures 24 inches in diameter, and features a rounded wooden frame with white beaded accents that can compliment any room or home aesthetic.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Mar. 2025
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Porsha was on theme for the party and wore a fuchsia pink gown covered with sequins that complimented her baby girl’s dress.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Renown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renown. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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