Word
renowned
US/ɹɪˈnaʊnd/
UK/ɹɪnˈaʊnd/
Definition
adj. famous and admired by many people for being very good at something.
adj. widely celebrated or distinguished; highly regarded for a specific achievement or quality.
Examples
“The city is renowned for its beautiful parks.”
“The university is renowned for its research in medicine and attracts students from all over the world.”
“Although the chef is renowned for his innovative fusion cuisine, he remains remarkably humble about the international awards his restaurant has received.”
Examples
simple
“The city is renowned for its beautiful parks.”
contextual
“The university is renowned for its research in medicine and attracts students from all over the world.”
complex
“Although the chef is renowned for his innovative fusion cuisine, he remains remarkably humble about the international awards his restaurant has received.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “renowned” in context.
Verb
01. become renowned as a leader
“She worked tirelessly to become renowned as a visionary leader in the tech industry.”
verb + adj + prep + adj + noun
02. remain renowned for quality
“Despite the competition, the brand remains renowned for quality and durability.”
verb + adj + prep + noun
Adjective
03. renowned for hospitality
“The local people are renowned for hospitality toward weary travelers.”
adj + prep + noun
04. renowned scholar
“A renowned scholar in the field of linguistics will deliver the keynote speech.”
adj + noun
Adverb
05. internationally renowned expert
“The university invited an internationally renowned expert to lead the research project.”
adv + adj + noun
06. justly renowned for excellence
“The restaurant is justly renowned for excellence in traditional French cuisine.”
adv + adj + prep + noun
Usage
Often followed by the preposition 'for' to specify the reason for the fame.
Teaching tip
While 'famous' can be neutral or even negative, 'renowned' almost always implies high quality and respect.
Pitfall
He is a renowned for his cooking.
He is renowned for his cooking.
Do not use 'a' before 'renowned' unless it is followed by a noun (e.g., 'He is a renowned chef').
Real-World Examples
“Tyler became renowned globally for her pop music hits, including Total Eclipse of the Heart and I Need a Hero.” “The findings have now been published in the renowned journal Cell Reports .” “During this time, Eichenberg became a renowned leader in American printmaking, founding the celebrated Pratt Graphic Art Center in 1956, drawing students from around the world.” “The beautiful woods became popular investments, particularly during China’s real estate boom , and also are renowned tonewoods, or woods used for musical instruments.” Synonyms
Antonyms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- C1 · AdvancedOxford
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