C1nounformalarts
US/rɪˈnaʊn/
UK/rɪˈnaʊn/
the state of being famous and admired, usually because of a skill or achievement
In context
She won international renown for her lacquer paintings.
The street-food stall gained renown after a famous chef visited it.
Hoi An's tailors are of great renown among foreign visitors.
Words that go with renown
adjective + noun
- international renownThe orchestra has achieved international renown in just ten years.
- worldwide renownThe caves have brought the national park worldwide renown.
- great renownThe temple was built by an architect of great renown.
verb + noun
- gain renownThe village gained renown for its silk weaving.
- win renownThe young pianist won renown at the Chopin Competition.
noun + preposition
- of renownHe was a portrait painter of renown in 1930s Paris.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He is a renown artist.Correct: He is a renowned artist.