renown

Being widely known

Renown is widespread fame or recognition, especially for achievement or excellence: a scientist of international renown, Her renown as a surgeon spread throughout the region.

The word carries more dignity than simple fame—it suggests earned reputation rather than mere celebrity.

Someone or something widely known is renowned: a renowned architect.

celebrity

A-lister

Top-tier famous person

idol · household name · red carpet · paparazzi · limelight · spotlight · glamour · headliner · tabloids · publicist

prestige

status

One's relative position

eminence · esteem · regard · influential · authority · elite · aristocracy · nobility · dignitary · luminary

distinction

eminence

Elevated rank or renown

peerless · pinnacle · elite · distinguished · paramount · incomparable · matchless · nonpareil · quintessence · epitome

reputation

credibility

Quality inspiring trust

image · respectability · notoriety · goodwill · trustworthiness · stature · repute · regard · acclaim · profile

legacy

heritage

Inherited cultural legacy

enduring · lasting · remembered · immortalized · memorialized · legendary · timeless · storied · fabled · historic

honor

accolade

Expression of high esteem

tribute · decoration · award · medal · citation · honoree · distinguished · veneration · homage · commemorated

Categories
Opposites
fame and recognition

renownobscurity

State of being unknown

anonymity · invisibility · oblivion · inconspicuousness · namelessness

reputation quality

renowninfamy

Extreme public disgrace

disgrace · disrepute · dishonor · ignominy · shame

Phrases
Family

renowned

Familiarity
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