Meaning & use

world-renowned

adjective·Academic

Known and admired by people across the world for great skill or achievement.

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The world-renowned violinist performed sold-out concerts on every continent this year.

This world-renowned museum houses one of the largest art collections anywhere.

A note on using this word

Stronger than simply 'famous'; implies recognition and respect that extends internationally, not just locally.

Words with a similar meaning

world-famouscelebrated

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Words with an opposite meaning

unknownobscure

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