# noted

/ˈnoʊtəd/ (US) · /nˈəʊtɪd/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/noted
Updated: 2026-06-19

## Senses

### 1. famous or well-known

adjective · CEFR B2 · Formal

well-known for a particular quality, skill, or achievement.

For teachers: renowned or celebrated for a specific attribute; often used in formal contexts to introduce an expert or a landmark.

- The city is noted for its beautiful parks and historic architecture.
- The professor, a noted authority on medieval history, was invited to deliver the keynote address at the international symposium.

Usage: Often followed by the preposition 'for'.

## Examples

- She is a noted expert on climate change.
- The city is noted for its beautiful parks and historic architecture, drawing thousands of tourists every summer.
- While the author is primarily a novelist, he is also a noted critic whose essays have shaped the literary landscape for decades.

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