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

George Karnezis, well-known as a great storyteller and pillar of Charlotte’s Greek community, passed away this year at age 88. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 2 Nov. 2026

Segalovitz’s policing background is well-known and respected among Ra’am supporters. — Sam Metz, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026

But in one such district, Florida’s District 9, Republican Dan Green is not well-known despite a barrage of TV ads that are long on patriotic imagery but short on specifics. — Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Nov. 2026

The sisters’ choice of Friday night footwear represented one of the brand’s more whimsical designs, Woods by Jordyn well-known for a wide array of handbags and footwear along with size-inclusive outfits. — Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 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