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noun

ri-ˈnau̇n How to pronounce renown (audio)
Definition of renownnext
as in fame
the fact or state of being known to the public a basketball icon whose renown is truly international

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renown

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verb

as in to acclaim

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Recent Examples of renown
Noun
Early shows from talents who went on to widespread renown got preference, as did underexposed perspectives and anything that stretched or experimented with the episodic medium. — Judy Berman, Time, 11 Aug. 2026 Still, only one person became a celluloid legend from Universal’s gambit — and that person wasn’t Carlos Villarias, who outlived Lugosi by two decades yet never achieved anything like the same renown. — Dennis Harvey, Variety, 31 July 2026 Her comedy industry renown may well be down to everyone who goes to work each day knowing successes and struggles, depending on the day. — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 27 July 2026 Kennedy won renown as an environmental lawyer who spent years fighting corporations over pollution and toxic chemicals. — CNN Money, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for renown
Recent Examples of Synonyms for renown
  1. fame
  2. acclaim
  3. notoriety
  4. commend
  5. celebrity
  6. salute
  7. repute
  8. compliment
Noun
  • What that does to your children, who are trying to find themselves in the midst of hyper-scrutiny and fame.
    — Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The series that shot presenter Amelia Dimoldenberg to stratospheric fame, Chicken Shop Date, is coming to an end.
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of fame
Verb
  • The show debuted on the BBC iPlayer and BBC television earlier this year to acclaim and the best 28-day launch ratings for a comedy on BBC Two since 2022.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2026
  • All of a Sudden premiered to acclaim at Cannes in May, where co-stars Virginie Efira and Tao Okamoto shared the best actress prize.
    — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of acclaim
Noun
  • Steinem, who died at age 92, became a symbol of the second-wave of feminism through activism work after initially gaining notoriety as a journalist in the 1960s.
    — Megan Sauer, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The fact that Jerri and her brother have the same name will write plenty of jokes itself, but with Chad gaining notoriety and having yet another person on his case, Jerri is sure to bring some drama and pressure his way.
    — Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of notoriety
Verb
  • Gates joined Rodrigo on stage to commend her for her philanthropic efforts with Daisy Chain Fields.
    — Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Pawsitive Tails Dog Rescue posted on Facebook commending the work of volunteers who banded together to care for the dogs.
    — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of commend
Noun
  • Johnson looked to Tracey Cunningham—the celebrity colorist and Schwarzkopf Professional US creative director of color and technique—for the job.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Its celebrity pedigree is astonishing (spokespersons and fans include Jane Fonda, Martha Stewart, Andie MacDowell, Heidi Klum, etc), its offerings are robust, and many, if not most of its products, are five-star successes.
    — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of celebrity
Verb
  • Hillary Clinton, who also saluted Parton, said Steinem's activism was built on optimism despite abundant roadblocks for women.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 Sep. 2026
  • She was saluted by the Recording Academy in 2024 with the Lifetime Achievement Award, and the previous year received the National Medals of Arts, the United States’ highest award given to artists and their patrons.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of salute
Noun
  • And the ecological values of roadless areas are beyond repute.
    — Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Petviashvili’s repute has grown steadily since her early debut.
    — The Editors of ARTnews, ARTnews.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of repute
Verb
  • Almost immediately, my friends complimented them and proceeded to each buy a pair themselves.
    — Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2026
  • After seeing a replay, Tatis walked to the wall, complimented the boy and jumped up to give him a fist bump.
    — Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of compliment

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“Renown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renown. Accessed 8 Sep. 2026.

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