(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 2:36:04

Re*nowned" (r?-nound"), a.

Famous; celebrated for great achievements, for distinguished qualities, or for grandeur; eminent; as, a renowned king.

"Some renowned metropolis with glistering spires."

Milton.

These were the renowned of the congregation. Num. i. 61.

Syn. -- Famous; famed; distinguished; noted; eminent; celebrated; remarkable; wonderful. See Famous.

 

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