famous

• Décrit quelqu'un ou quelque chose qui est connu de beaucoup de gens, que ce soit pour ses actions, ses œuvres ou sa renommée générale.

Describes someone or something that is known by many people.

1. Well-known by many peopleA1formal

   Known about by a large number of people, often for a particular quality or achievement.

   célèbre

   • She is a famous actress from Hollywood.
   • The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark in Paris.
   • He became famous after winning the gold medal.

   Synonymescelebrateddistinguishedeminentillustriouslegendarynotableprominentrenowned

   Antonymesanonymousingloriousnamelessobscureunknownunnoticed

2. Notorious or infamousB1informal

   Known for a negative reason; having a bad reputation.

   Notoire (en mauvaise part)

   • The town is famous for its high crime rate.
   • He is famous for always being late to meetings.
   • That restaurant is famous for its terrible service.

   Synonymesdisreputableill-famedinfamousnotoriousscandalous

   Antonymesanonymousobscureunknown