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

  • (..) Christianity was on the rise. He didn't want his empire torn apart. And to strengthen this new Christian tradition... ...Constantine held a famous ecumenical gathering... ...known as the Council of Nicaea. And at this council... ...the many sects of Christianity debated and voted on, well... (..)
    2006 The Da Vinci Code
  • (..) I meet the council in an hour. I will have your money tonight, Teacher. The Vitruvian Man. It's one of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous sketches. And the star on his skin? A pentacle. And its meaning? The pentacle is ancient. Symbols carry different meanings (..)
    2006 The Da Vinci Code