world-famous

adjective

: famous throughout the world

a world-famous scientist

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Valli Herman, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024 For 2025, the festival will feature a series of exciting events, exclusive tastings and delicious food pairings, all designed to put the spotlight on Niagara’s world-famous VQA Icewine. —

Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024 In Alba, a highlight of the town’s world-famous annual truffle festival is the palio degli asini, a shambolic donkey race. —

John Last, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024 From exploring 16th-century cathedrals to indulging in world-famous Belgian waffles and crepes, there is plenty to do in every port along the way. —

Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for world-famous