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past tense of note
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Synonym Chooser

How is the word noted different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of noted are celebrated, distinguished, eminent, famous, illustrious, notorious, and renowned. While all these words mean "known far and wide," noted suggests well-deserved public attention.

the noted mystery writer

When could celebrated be used to replace noted?

While the synonyms celebrated and noted are close in meaning, celebrated implies notice and attention especially in print.

the most celebrated beauty of her day

When is distinguished a more appropriate choice than noted?

In some situations, the words distinguished and noted are roughly equivalent. However, distinguished implies acknowledged excellence or superiority.

a distinguished scientist who won the Nobel Prize

When would eminent be a good substitute for noted?

Although the words eminent and noted have much in common, eminent implies even greater prominence for outstanding quality or character.

the country's most eminent writers

When might famous be a better fit than noted?

The words famous and noted are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, famous implies little more than the fact of being, sometimes briefly, widely and popularly known.

a famous actress

Where would illustrious be a reasonable alternative to noted?

The words illustrious and noted can be used in similar contexts, but illustrious stresses enduring honor and glory attached to a deed or person.

illustrious war heroes

How do notorious and famous relate to one another, in the sense of noted?

Notorious frequently adds to famous an implication of questionableness or evil.

a notorious gangster

When is it sensible to use renowned instead of noted?

While in some cases nearly identical to noted, renowned implies more glory and acclamation.

one of the most renowned figures in sports history

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of noted
Adjective
Chloé Zhao, who is a noted fan of the series, is set to direct and executive produce the pilot, while Nora and Lila Zuckerman are attached to write, showrun and executive produce. Nicholas Rice, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025 The 25-year-old, 6-foot-2, 202-pound safety is a noted run stopper and notched 104 tackles and two interceptions in 2024. Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2025 Feeling pushed out, Torborg took the Mets’ generous offer. Keenan, a noted control freak, self-destructed with the Hawks in 1992, months after his most memorable contribution to Hawks lore — putting star Jeremy Roenick in a cast during Game 2 of the ’92 Stanley Cup Final in Pittsburgh. Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2025 The November 2024 Draghi Report, by a noted former European Central Bank President, highlighted the negative impact on European economies due to overregulation. Alden Abbott, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for noted
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noted
Adjective
  • If the book falters, the production numbers – some based on famous Marilyn images and tropes, like the Seven Year Itch‘s subway grate scene, and the Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend bit – are suitably flashy.
    Greg Evans, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The all cash deal, valued at $1.375 billion, will merge two of the most famous Italian luxury fashion brands under one roof.
    Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Furthermore, the report commented that attacks on hospitals in Gaza have also had serious implications for patients with initially nonfatal conditions, potentially rendering them fatal.
    Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Rockefeller Center’s account commented.
    Latoya Gayle, People.com, 4 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The Jayhawks, in fact, on Sunday recorded the largest margin of victory by a road team in Big 12 Conference history.
    Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Worthy recorded 59 receptions for 638 yards and six touchdowns.
    Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 6 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • While Minnesota is mentioned in passing in the recent Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown, the story largely takes place from the early 1960s to 1965 as the legendary troubadour rose to prominence on the New York City folk music scene.
    Tim Lammers, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Both Kirk Cousins and Joe Flacco have been mentioned quite often.
    Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Even cuts to areas such as the administration's travel budget could prove problematic, as there are situations when officials need to go to different locations to ensure federal guidelines are being followed.
    Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
  • The former Spain international spent the 2022-23 season with Wolverhampton Wanderers before moves to Brazil outfits Botafogo and Gremio followed.
    Caoimhe O'Neill, The Athletic, 5 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • On Monday, April 7, Washington, 70, and Goldberg, 69, appeared at an event at the James Earl Jones Theatre — formerly known as the Cort Theatre — in Manhattan to pay tribute to Jones, the celebrated stage and screen actor who died at 93 in September 2024.
    Tommy McArdle, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
  • Set on a rhodium lapel pin, this piece merges industrial shine with organic form, a subtle nod to the celebrated flower of the Kentucky Derby.
    Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Some Vallejo residents have cited the lack of police officers for the decrease in quality of life.
    Louis Casiano, Fox News, 6 Jan. 2025
  • The facility was also cited for mice infestation throughout the facility and for not setting up a proper isolation area.
    Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 6 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Similarly dramatic increases were observed in West and Central Africa.
    Manvir Singh, The New Yorker, 24 Mar. 2025
  • In October 2024, NOAA and NASA announced that the solar maximum had arrived after astronomers observed a peak in sunspots.
    Jamie Carter, Space.com, 24 Mar. 2025

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“Noted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noted. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.

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