Noted
adj.capable, thoughtfulformal
What it means
Well known and respected for a particular achievement.
Reach for it when describing someone widely recognized for achievement in a particular field
A noted engineer volunteered to review the students' bridge designs.
Choose between these
7- everyday
recognition matters without judging quality
not when Someone can be well-known for negative reasons.
- warm
critics or peers have praised the work
not when Acclaim is a response, not broad familiarity.
- warm
public admiration is part of the reputation
not when Celebrated is more enthusiastic than noted.
- professional
achievement and standing deserve respect
not when Distinguished may be official or appearance-based.
- professional
prominent
visibility and influence are central
not when Prominence does not guarantee merit.
- formal
wide favorable reputation is established
not when Renowned is stronger than merely noted.
- literary
high professional rank suits elevated prose
not when Eminent sounds grand and hierarchical.
Said against
3- unknown
- obscure
- unremarked
It naturally appears in
3- noted expert
A noted expert reviewed the archive's preservation plan.
- noted for
The cooperative is noted for sharing profits with growers.
- noted author
A noted author led the free Saturday workshop.
Where this comes from
- wiktionary, English adjective, well known or distinguished sense opens in a new tab · retrieved 2026-07-27
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