famous
adjective/ˈfeɪməs/
Frequency rank: #1,151 most common English word
Meaning
Known about by very many people.
Example sentence
The Eiffel Tower is a very famous landmark in Paris.
Synonyms & related words
- well-known
- renowned
- celebrated
- popular
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