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Definition of renown

renown

/rɪˈnaʊn/
re · nown
Adjective:renowned
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• noun

1

The condition of being widely known and honored; widespread fame or high public standing.

Example

"The conservatory attracts classical musicians of international renown to teach masterclasses each summer."

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Word Nuance & Usage

"Renown" is strictly a noun meaning fame or high standing; it is frequently confused in casual writing with the adjective "renowned" (meaning famous, as in "a renowned scientist" vs. "a scientist of great renown").

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• Nearby Words

renovate
renovation
renovator
renown
renowned
rent
rentable

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed into Middle English from Anglo-Norman renum and Old French renom ("fame, reputation"), from renomer ("to make famous"), literally "to name again and again," from Latin re- ("again") and nominare ("to name").

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Renown. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/renown
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