famous

Definition

  • adjective: known or recognized by very many people
  • adjective: widely known
  • often + 'for' or 'as'
  • synonyms: transcendent, illustrious, remarkable

Examples

  • The hotel is 'famous as' the place where the treaty was signed.

  • a 'famous' entertainer/explorer/athlete/politician

  • The hotel is (justly) 'famous for' its luxury.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Okay. How are you? How are you? You've gotten big. Drink? Uncle Bob? Sarahlita, you pretty famous. All over the TV. Pictures of you. John, your big friend here. Cops are going nuts looking for you. Take the kid, honey, will you? I just came for my stuff. (..)
    1991 Terminator 2: Judgment Day