Far-famed
What it means
Widely known and admired across distant places.
Reach for it when giving an old-fashioned grandeur to fame that reaches distant places
The far-famed storyteller drew listeners from neighboring islands.
Words to choose between 6
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everyday
Fits when fame has acquired an almost mythic scale
Careful Legendary can exaggerate ordinary regional distinction.
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everyday
widely known
Fits when plain accuracy matters more than ornament
Careful Widely known may indicate notoriety rather than admiration.
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everyday
world-famous
Fits when recognition is genuinely international
Careful World-famous overclaims when reputation reaches only one region.
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professional
Fits when public praise is well documented
Careful Celebrated can refer to a brief current success.
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formal
Fits when distinguished achievement deserves elevated praise
Careful Illustrious suits people and institutions better than food or scenery.
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formal
Fits when established esteem matters without geographic imagery
Careful Renowned does not state how widely the reputation travels.
Opposites 3
- obscure
- local
- unknown
Common phrases 3
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far-famed artist
The far-famed artist returned to teach in her village.
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far-famed gardens
Travelers crossed the county to visit the far-famed gardens.
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far-famed skill
His far-famed skill with stone arches drew royal commissions.
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