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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Recent Examples of renown
Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Later European aristocrats came to holiday; in the 1920s, Elizabeth von Arnim’s best-selling novel, Enchanted April, gave the burgeoning resort a widespread renown.
—Catherine Sabino, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
The show ultimately highlighted Ballerini, 31, 16 years into rising Nashville renown, bravely emboldened.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Starting as a coach and schoolteacher with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in U.S. history doesn’t seem like the beginnings of a watchmaker of worldwide renown.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 2 July 2025
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Verb
However, successful alums highlight the sustainable renown that could be mirrored in the program's future.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Later European aristocrats came to holiday; in the 1920s, Elizabeth von Arnim’s best-selling novel, Enchanted April, gave the burgeoning resort a widespread renown.
—Catherine Sabino, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
The show ultimately highlighted Ballerini, 31, 16 years into rising Nashville renown, bravely emboldened.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Starting as a coach and schoolteacher with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in U.S. history doesn’t seem like the beginnings of a watchmaker of worldwide renown.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for renown
Noun
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Talking about the Babe Ruth era players with my great-grandfather, who had been a business partner of Charles Ebbets of Brooklyn Dodgers fame.—
Paul Dickson,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Aug. 2025
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Jon and his wife Kate Gosselin shot to fame after giving birth to sextuplets after having twins using intrauterine insemination.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
11 Aug. 2025
Verb
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His record-breaking 666-day reign as Intercontinental Champion was universally acclaimed, and his subsequent run as World Heavyweight Champion was equally dominant until he was defeated by CM Punk at SummerSlam last weekend.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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Both museums are particularly relevant now, because Dylan, at age 84 continues to tour worldwide, and the biopic about his early career as a folksinger, A Complete Unknown, was acclaimed by moviegoers after it was released on Christmas Day 2024.—
Gary Stoller,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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What a strange time in Cleveland — the man who faded out of notoriety a few years ago is an NFL starter again, for a team that will probably carry four QBs on its roster.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
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Hilton’s notoriety continued to flourish in some movie roles, modeling, advocacy projects, and various business ventures.—
Daniel Cote,
Robb Report,
4 Aug. 2025
Verb
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That same year, he was commended for his involvement in four arrests made by the burglary team.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Aug. 2025
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An attendee commended those who put the show together.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
19 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Over the years the distinctive style has become a celebrity favorite, and has been worn by Kendall Jenner, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, Rihanna, Gigi Hadid, Oprah and Viola Davis, among others.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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During the service, an emotional moment saw a veteran going off-script to salute King Charles in remarks that were broadcast live on the BBC.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
19 Aug. 2025
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But by the time Ming’s coffin was rolled out by eight pallbearers to two long rows of saluting law enforcement personnel, the sun’s bright light beamed down onto the stadium; reminiscent of another bright light, as Ming’s personality was often described by loved ones, that will be greatly missed.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Good design ranked among the top four characteristics industry professionals used to describe high-quality thought leadership—above speed to market and the repute of the author.—
Yogesh Shah,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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The most stinging repute came from China, which accused the U.S. of abandoning Haiti at a dire moment after helping set up its ruling transitional presidential council, now mired in controversy and credibility issues.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
22 Apr. 2025
Verb
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These oversized leather trousers compliment her leather cowboy jacket perfectly, because there’s nothing wrong with a matchy-matchy look.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Other School Committee members noted Lima-Barbosa came back as a BPS alumni and complimented her commitment to community engagement and student voice.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
31 July 2025
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“Renown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renown. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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