CEFR A2+ · Adjectives/Adverbs

famous

/ˈfeɪməs/ 📚 Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)

Synonyms & Antonyms

If someone or something is famous, many people know about them. They are well-known by the public.

Synonyms

well-known popular celebrated renowned

Antonyms

unknown obscure unpopular

Translations

famous in your language

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عربي

مشهور يعني أن الكثير من الناس يعرفون شخصًا أو شيئًا ما.

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اردو

مشہور کا مطلب ہے کہ بہت سے لوگ کسی شخص یا چیز کو جانتے ہیں۔

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हिंदी

प्रसिद्ध का मतलब है कि बहुत से लोग किसी व्यक्ति या चीज़ को जानते हैं।

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中文

著名的意思是很多人都知道某人或某事。

Easy Explanation

Many people know this person or thing. They are very popular. Everyone talks about them.

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Memory TipThink of 'fame' – it means being known by many.

Contextual Examples

The singer became famous (well-known) after her song went viral online.

Many famous (well-known) scientists have contributed to our understanding of the universe.

The city is famous (well-known) for its ancient historical sites and beautiful architecture.

Pronunciation & Context