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

  • (..) there's zombies everywhere. I think the least of my worries is.. - Yeah that's true. ..seat belts. - Yes but no, she's not. she's not. She's only famous when she's Hannah Montana, when she's wearing the wig. -Okay, right. -So.. - This is kind of freeing. - Yeah. (..)
    2009 Zombieland