Word
storied
Phoneticssto·ried
US/ˈstɔɹid/
UK/stˈɔːɹɪd/
Definition
adj. having a long and famous history. You use this to describe a place or person that many people know about because of their past.
adj. having a long and distinguished history; notable for past events or achievements. Often used to describe institutions, locations, or individuals with a rich legacy.
Examples
“The city is a storied place with many old buildings.”
“The university is a storied institution, known for producing some of the most influential scientists of the twentieth century.”
“While the hotel's physical structure was modern, its storied reputation as a gathering place for literary giants made it a destination for tourists and scholars alike.”
Examples
simple
“The city is a storied place with many old buildings.”
contextual
“The university is a storied institution, known for producing some of the most influential scientists of the twentieth century.”
complex
“While the hotel's physical structure was modern, its storied reputation as a gathering place for literary giants made it a destination for tourists and scholars alike.”
Real-World Examples
“For all his runs, records, and milestones, perhaps rebuilding this England team in the face of the tasks ahead represents one of the greatest challenges of his storied career.” “One of Leicester’s key selling points is, according to the brochure, their “140-year storied history”, but their efforts here will not even make a footnote.” “In terms of a character study, storied football manager José Mourinho is a very different kettle of cold fish.” Etymology
From story + -ed.
From story (“floor, level”) + -ed.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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