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

  • (..) No. Cool. You slaughter them. Nice. Potatoes. Grab it now. Meg's gravy is famous. It's practically a food group. Shower's free. I'm next. I want that. How can you watch this garbage? (..)
    1996 Twister