known

adjective

ˈnōn 

: generally recognized

a known authority on art

Examples of known in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Less well known is the reptile’s role in the nation’s history of racial stereotyping. — The Conversation, 11 Aug. 2026

He’s become known for his roles in Men in Black (1997), Napoleon Dynamite (2004), The Pretender (1996) and The White Lotus (2021-2025). — Kelly Allen, PEOPLE, 9 Aug. 2026

Later additions include Salt, which now occupies two locations in Galata and along İstiklal Street, and is well known for its interdisciplinary approach. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Aug. 2026

This Denver distillery is well known for its American single malt, and has also been a leader in the category which was finally recognized by the government after years of lobbying. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing known

• known quantity
• let it be known
• make oneself known
• make one's presence felt/heard/known
• make (something) known
• might/should have known
• otherwise known as
• truth be told/known
• well-known

Rhymes for known

• blown
• clone
• cone
• crone
• drone
• flown
• groan
• grown
• hone
• joan
• jone
• loan

Kids Definition

known

adjective

ˈnōn 

: generally recognized

a known expert on art