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well-known definition

well·-known (-nōn′)

adjective

  1. widely or generally known; famous or notorious
  2. thoroughly known

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well-known Synonyms

well-known

modif.

famous, reputable, recognized, renowned, eminent, illustrious, familiar, widely known, noted, acclaimed, popular, public, celebrated, in the public eye, notorious, infamous.

Antonyms unknown*, obscure*, undiscovered.


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Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

well-known Usage Examples

Preposition: on

  • scene: They became well-known on the local punk scene but Strummer left to form The Clash two years later.

Adjective complement with noun phrase

  • make: Its excellent end product has made the machine well-known among composting companies.

Modifies a noun

  • landmark: The route, which started and finished at Crosby Library, passed well-known local landmarks such as old Christ Church and the Town Hall.

Modifying Another Word

  • fairly: I was fairly well-known in Hackney for my love of all things soulful.

Used with adjective complement

  • become: Digital effects The Lord of the Rings films have become well-known for their brilliant use of digital effects.

Preposition: in

  • circle: Those who do use this route tend to be existing political activists, already well-known in parliamentary circles.

Preposition: for

  • symbol: The Celtic Daimond Rings are well-known for the symbol of a heart with two crowns, both cradled by linked hands.
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