Famed
feɪmd
Definitions
Widely known and celebrated, usually for a particular achievement or quality.
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Known or celebrated by many people; famous.
The famed scientist revolutionized the field of medicine.
💡 Simply: Imagine someone's a super-star or a really well-known person. That's what 'famed' means! Like, the famed singer is always on the radio.
👶 For kids: When someone is famed, it means a lot of people know about them and think they're special, like a superhero!
More Examples
The famed artist's paintings are displayed in galleries around the world.
She is a famed chef and has received many awards.
How It's Used
"The famed author spent his days writing in solitude."
"The famed explorer, Marco Polo, documented his travels."
Synonyms & Antonyms
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Idioms & expressions
Fame and fortune
Success and wealth that come from being famous.
"Many actors strive for fame and fortune."
A claim to fame
Something that makes a person or thing famous or well-known.
"His claim to fame was winning the gold medal at the Olympics."
From Middle English *famed*, past participle of *famen* (“to fame, celebrate”), from Old French *famer* (“to report, proclaim”), from Latin *fama* (“reputation, fame”).
The word 'famed' has been used since the Middle Ages and continues to be a common term to describe someone or something celebrated widely.
Memory tip
Think of the word 'framed' - when someone is famed they are framed within a frame of public recognition.
Word Origin
"reputation, fame"