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- DictionaryFa·mous/ˈfāməs/
adjective
- 1. known about by many people: "the country is famous for its natural beauty"
A1. known or recognized by many people: a famous actress. New York is a city famous for its shopping and nightlife. See also. world-famous. Fewer examples. a lawyer with a lot of famous clients. Mickey Mouse and other famous cartoon characters. The whole area is famous for its natural beauty.
1. famed, notable, illustrious. Famous, celebrated, eminent, distinguished refer to someone or something widely and favorably known. Famous is the general word: a famous lighthouse.
Definition of famous adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
noun. /feɪm/ [uncountable] Idioms. the state of being known and talked about by many people. to achieve/win instant fame. Daisy Ridley of ‘Star Wars’ fame (= famous for ‘Star Wars’) The town's only claim to fame is that there was once a riot there. She went to Hollywood in search of fame and fortune. see also famous. Extra Examples.
A famous person, place, etc. is known and recognized by many people. You can also talk about someone famous. Fame is the fact of being famous.
Definition of famous. English dictionary and integrated thesaurus for learners, writers, teachers, and students with advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels.
UK /ˈfeɪməs/ adjective 1. known about by many people a famous star the country is famous for its natural beauty 2. (informal) excellent Galway stormed to a famous victory. phrases. famous for being famous famous last words. derivatives. famousness. word origin.
