well-known

adjective

ˈwel-ˈnōn 

: fully or widely known

Synonyms of well-known

• famous
• famed
• prominent
• celebrated
• renowned
• notorious

Examples of well-known in a Sentence

an anchorwoman so well-known that she passes for a local celebrity

Recent Examples on the Web

Ausmus’ longstanding friendship with Bagwell is well-known and important to remember when considering this scenario. — Chandler Rome, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026

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Bombardier is one of Canada's oldest and most well-known manufacturers. — ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026

Bombardier is one of Canada’s oldest and most well-known manufacturers. — Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for well-known

• alone
• atone
• backbone
• bemoan
• bluestone
• breastbone
• brownstone
• capstone
• cheekbone
• condone
• curbstone
• cyclone

Kids Definition

well-known

adjective

ˈwel-ˈnōn

: known by many people