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- [feymd]
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- [feymd]
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Definitions of famed word
- adjective famed very well known and, often, highly regarded; famous. 1
- noun famed widespread reputation, especially of a favorable character; renown; public eminence: to seek fame as an opera singer. 1
- noun famed common estimation or opinion generally held of a person or thing; reputation. 1
- verb with object famed Archaic. to have or spread the renown of; to make famous. 1
- noun famed Known about by many people; renowned. 1
- adjective famed person: famous, renowned 1
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Origin of famed
First appearance:
before 1525 One of the 28% oldest English words
First recorded in 1525-35; fame + -ed3
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Parts of speech for Famed
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
famed popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 89% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 57% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
famed usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for famed
adjective famed
- well-known — clearly or fully known: The well-known reasons are obvious.
- famous — having a widespread reputation, usually of a favorable nature; renowned; celebrated: a famous writer. Synonyms: famed, notable, illustrious. Antonyms: unknown, obscure.
- celebrated — A celebrated person or thing is famous and much admired.
- eminent — (of a person) Famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession.
- prominent — standing out so as to be seen easily; conspicuous; particularly noticeable: Her eyes are her most prominent feature.
Antonyms for famed
adj famed
- unimportant — of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history.
- unknown — not known; not within the range of one's knowledge, experience, or understanding; strange; unfamiliar.