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

  • (..) And all I had to do was drive around the neighbourhood - - and point at a house and say: "The bad guys are in there." Trying to be funny? Yes. I am the famous comedian Arnold Braunschweiger. - Schwarzenegger. - Gesundheit. May I help you? Yes. Could I speak to the drug dealer of the house? (..)
    1993 Last Action Hero