BIG-NAME Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

big-name

adjective

Definition of big-name

as in famous

widely known several big-name writers gave readings at the book festival

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Recent Examples of big-name Even big-name creators like Chase himself don’t always get their way. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026 Stevens and el Sayed will likely spar over their stances on taking money from big-name PACs, including AIPAC, and on current Democratic leadership. — Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 7 July 2026 The burning question now is when will the Hornets use that treasure trove to go and out and bring in a big-name talent? — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 3 July 2026 The Kelce brothers have had some big-name guests on their New Heights podcast through the years, including Patrick Mahomes, Brad Pitt, Taylor Swift and Arnold Schwarzenegger. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026 So why are the big-name brands charging so much more in California for a very similar product? — Jerry McNerney, Mercury News, 2 July 2026 Most of Michigan’s big-name targets have announced their decisions, but recruiting doesn’t end with the verbal commitment. — Austin Meek, New York Times, 2 July 2026 The discrepancy is likely due to the demand by fans to see Team USA play in a high-stakes, elimination game, whereas the earlier games in the group stage matches produced few big-name teams with popular stars playing in Santa Clara. — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026 Unfortunately for the Clippers, Leonard, George and the era’s other big-name players were rarely healthy or at their peaks when the lights were brightest. — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for big-name

Adjective

Among them is the viral handbag brand Songmont, whose podcast asks famous directors or actors to discuss topics like self-acceptance and creativity in contemplative two-hour episodes.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 8 July 2026
Though famous for his love of real-world filmmaking, for shooting on location and doing effects in camera, not in post-production, Nolan likes to point out that his films have won three visual effects Oscars.

— Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026

Definition of famous

Adjective

Explore the Wild West from the back of a rickety wagon as characters share famed fables about Paul Bunyan, Babe the Blue Ox, Pecos Bill, John Henry and Hekeke.

— Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 10 July 2026
Lopez, an organizer with East Yard Communities for Environmental Justice whose grandmother was a co-founder of the famed Mothers of East Los Angeles.

— Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of famed

Adjective

The case has also received attention from other prominent figures who have stepped in to help Wells’ family.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 10 July 2026
Wahl embraced the upstart digital-media space, bringing an insider’s knowledge to his substantial online following, while still writing long-form soccer features that delivered depth and insight about the game’s most prominent players.

— Sean Gregory, Time, 10 July 2026

Definition of prominent

Adjective

The Côtes de Provence is one of the world's most celebrated wine regions, producing around 90% of its output in rosé.

— Karli Poliziani, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026
Jackson once again claims more R&B hits in America than any other artist, and one of his most celebrated singles even manages to hit a new peak decades after its release.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

Definition of celebrated

Adjective

The market does not reward investors for owning renowned brands.

— Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Now, renowned chef Cyril Lignac has moved the London outpost of his Saint-Germain gem to 41 South Audley Street, five years after choosing the British capital for his debut outside his native France.

— Nick Scott, Robb Report, 11 July 2026

Definition of renowned

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