notorious frequently adds to famous an implication of questionableness or evil.
a notorious gangster
distinguished implies acknowledged excellence or superiority.
a distinguished scientist who won the Nobel Prize
eminent implies even greater prominence for outstanding quality or character.
the country's most eminent writers
illustrious stresses enduring honor and glory attached to a deed or person.
illustrious war heroes
Examples of noted in a Sentence
She is a noted scholar specializing in Latin-American literature.
a serious play that needs a noted Broadway actor for the lead if it is to attract audiences
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His name was Lin Yutang, a noted linguist and writer from southern China.—Emily Feng, NPR, 5 July 2025 Yet based on other noted structural and developmental differences in the human brain, some scientists argue that our species is unique and lacks the lifelong neurogenesis that might interrupt complex, streamlined brain function.—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 3 July 2025 Mark Laws was a noted producer, drummer and band leader.—Keith Sharon, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025 Emily Bode’s touching tribute to a noted relative, a famed composer, with songs and memories, and her entire collection presented in miniature on handmade figurines inside the grand Theatre National de l’Opera Comique, was simply magical.—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 30 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for noted
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