noted

adjective

not·​ed ˈnō-təd 

: well-known by reputation : eminent, celebrated

notedly adverb

notedness noun

Synonyms

• big-name
• celebrated
• famed
• famous
• notorious
• prominent
• renowned
• star
• visible
• well-known

Choose the Right Synonym for noted

famous, renowned, celebrated, noted, notorious, distinguished, eminent, illustrious mean known far and wide.

famous implies little more than the fact of being, sometimes briefly, widely and popularly known.

a famous actress

renowned implies more glory and acclamation.

one of the most renowned figures in sports history

celebrated implies notice and attention especially in print.

the most celebrated beauty of her day

noted suggests well-deserved public attention.

the noted mystery writer

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

a notorious gangster

distinguished implies acknowledged excellence or superiority.

a distinguished scientist who won the Nobel Prize

eminent implies even greater prominence for outstanding quality or character.

the country's most eminent writers

illustrious stresses enduring honor and glory attached to a deed or person.

illustrious war heroes

Examples of noted in a Sentence

She is a noted scholar specializing in Latin-American literature.

a serious play that needs a noted Broadway actor for the lead if it is to attract audiences

Recent Examples on the Web

The actress is a noted fan of cushiony kicks for family walks, trips to Japan, movie premieres, and fitness sessions and is often spotted wearing the Brooks brand, particularly the Glycerin 21 running shoes. —Miles Walls, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2025

Rubio, who would be the first Latino secretary of state, opposes normalizing relations with Cuba and is a noted China hawk. —Axios, 20 Jan. 2025

The pope is a noted fan of soccer, or football as he — and most of the world — calls it. —Daniel Burke, NPR, 14 Jan. 2025

Elder, who is named in both suits, was a noted opponent of the passage of Colorado’s red flag law. —Abby Monteil, Them, 19 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

noted

adjective

not·​ed

ˈnōt-əd

: well-known and highly regarded : famous

notedly adverb