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. - I'll see you at noon. All right. Bye bye. - She's out getting stuff. She's having another one of her famous New Year's parties tomorrow night. How are you? Are you happy these days? I'm okay. (..)
    2008 Two Lovers