: known widely and well : famous

Examples of famed in a Sentence

a bowl of the restaurant's famed chili San Francisco's famed Golden Gate Bridge.
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The Amazing Kreskin, the famed mentalist who appeared on The Tonight Show numerous times, has died at age 89. Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 11 Dec. 2024 Around them, the Franklin fire, fueled by fierce winds, ravaged the Santa Monica Mountains and forced thousands of people to evacuate from Malibu — the famed affluent coastal enclave that boasts picturesque beaches and celebrity homeowners. Corina Knoll, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024 Known for its pageantry and cultural significance, the Classic features a series of events that celebrate Black excellence, including the famed Battle of the Bands and Greek Show, where both schools’ marching bands and step teams showcase their talents in a high-energy competition. Shelby Stewart, Essence, 11 Dec. 2024 On the heels of famed Manhattan street photographer Bill Cunningham, Cohen found his oeuvre: senior fashionistas strolling New York City streets. R. Daniel Foster, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for famed 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1533, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of famed was circa 1533

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“Famed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/famed. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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