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

  • (..) - I know how to get to the Interstate! - Do ya? - Minny, no. - Yeah, yeah, yeah. No, not really. But listen. I'm Lightning McQueen, famous racecar. I'm being held against my will. I need you to call my team, so they can come rescue me and get me to California in time for me (..)
    2006 Cars
  • (..) he hates you for killin' his flowers. I shouldn't put up with this. I'm a precision instrument of speed and aerodynamics. - You hurt your what? - I'm a very famous racecar! You are a famous racecar? A real racecar? Yes, I'm a real racecar. What do you think? Look at me. (..)
    2006 Cars