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 renowned in a Sentence
Poggio prospected for manuscripts across much of western Europe, visiting the renowned monasteries of Reichenau and Fulda, and wandering as far afield as Cologne, London, Paris, and Rome.—Fred Lerner, The Story of Libraries, 1998He was renowned for his appetite—in the mid-60's, his daily breakfast consisted of six steaks, four plates of pasta and a dozen eggs …—Maureen Dowd, New York Times, 24 June 1993… it was hard for me to realize that I was to be honoured by a degree from the oldest and most renowned university in America.—Booker T. Washington, Up From Slavery, 1901
a restaurant renowned for its wine list
the renowned painter, sculptor, architect, and engineer, Leonardo da Vinci
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Los Fuegos by Francis Mallmann presents Argentinean live-fire cooking; Pao by Paul Qui showcases Qui’s renowned modern Asian cuisine; and El Secreto Omakase is an ultra-exclusive six-seat speakeasy omakase.—Devorah Lev-Tov, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2026 This ethic has been especially true in the renowned Sports section, which was killed in a Zoom announcement notable for its belly-wriggling cowardice and self-owning incompetence.—Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 5 Feb. 2026 Park City, Utah, a renowned ski destination, stands out with the most at 11, followed by Steamboat Springs, Colorado; Lake Placid, New York; and Anchorage, Alaska.—Taylor Johnston, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026 An infamous chapter in Kentucky history will make its big screen debut at the renowned 2026 SXSW Film & TV Festival, held in Austin, Texas in March.—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for renowned