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re·nown

renown

 
 
pronunciation:
rih naUn
features:
Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: noun
definition: wide honor and acclaim; fame.
Her extraordinary voice brought her world renown.
synonyms:
celebrity, fame
similar words:
distinction, glory
Word Combinations  About this feature
adjective + (n.)renown considerable, equal, great, international, literary, national, popular, professional, worldwide
verb + (n.)renown achieve, acquire, attain, bring, earn, enjoy, gain, win
(n.)renown + verb spread
noun + (n.)renown Help ability, achievement, actor, artist, celebrity, character, degree, expert, fame, geisha, maid, measure, media, warrior, world