Renown ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Renown ( noun )

1. Fame or widespread reputation, especially for something that is good.
2. Famous or well-known.
3. The state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed.

Origin:

Middle english renown, from old french renom, from latin renōmen reputation, from re- + nōmen name.

Examples:

1. He was a scientist of international renown.
2. She was a singer of great renown.
3. The city is known for its historical renown.
4. The restaurant had a great renown for its food.
5. The school has a reputation for academic renown.

(As a verb)

Renown ( verb )

1. Fame or widespread reputation, especially for something that is good.
2. Famous or well-known.
3. The state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed.

Origin:

Middle english renown, from old french renom, from latin renōmen reputation, from re- + nōmen name.

Examples:

1. He was a scientist of international renown.
2. She was a singer of great renown.
3. The city is known for its historical renown.
4. The restaurant had a great renown for its food.
5. The school has a reputation for academic renown.