WELL-KNOWN Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

well-known

adjective

ˈwel-ˈnōn

Definition of well-known

as in famous

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

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Recent Examples of well-known El Niño is well-known to amplify global average surface temperatures and is expected to lead to a record warm year in 2027, while boosting temperatures this year to some extent as well. — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 1 July 2026 In addition to acting work, Doyle was well-known for his numerous appearances on game shows like Password Plus, Super Password, and Match Game. — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 24 June 2026 And by the time the playoffs rolled around, the friends — about eight in total, though the number who can make it to each game varies — were well-known to hockey fans and branded themselves the Good Ol Canadian Boys, with an Instagram handle to match. — Julie Mazziotta, PEOPLE, 19 June 2026 Equally well-known as a solo artist with 10 albums to her credit and as the founder and driving force behind the groundbreaking Lilith Fair all-women music festival, Sarah McLachlan is having a moment. — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for well-known

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Adjective

Each invite reportedly includes a unque watermark so the famous couple will know if anyone leaks information about their nuptials on social media.

— Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 30 June 2026
On June 23, the Legally Blonde star, 50, broke out her Elle Woods best for the premiere of Elle, a brand-new series chronicling her famous character’s life before her time at Harvard Law.

— Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026

Definition of famous

Adjective

The billionaire pop titan and the NFL star, both 36, kicked off their wedding festivities Thursday afternoon with a rehearsal dinner at the famed sports arena.

— Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Fast forward to 1953 and the Delage was apparently involved in a fender-bender and dispatched to famed coachbuilder Saoutchik for repairs.

— Howard Walker, Robb Report, 3 July 2026

Definition of famed

Adjective

One prominent Cherokee named Katteuha co-wrote a letter to Benjamin Franklin during the Constitutional Convention in 1787, urging him to push for peace between the Native people and settlers.

— Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 3 July 2026
The effect of protostar outflows on their environment can be seen in the JWST image via the prominent blue ridges.

— Robert Lea, Space.com, 3 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

Sutton said The Wounded Blue first purchased the officer a wheelchair before connecting him with a renowned spinal surgeon through the same anonymous donor.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026
Born on a farm in Maine, and instructed in local flora by an aunt, Butler availed herself of science classes at the University of Minnesota and went on to become a renowned phycologist.

— The New Yorker, New Yorker, 4 July 2026

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