Famous
Example: She is a famous singer in our town.
Definition
"Famous" describes someone or something widely known and recognized, especially for achievements or qualities in a particular field, such as a famous singer who is well-known for their talent and popularity in music.
Etymology
The word "famous" comes from the Latin word 'famosus,' meaning 'celebrated' or 'notorious.' It entered English in the late Middle Ages and has been used to describe people or things that are widely known ever since. Did you know that the root 'fam-' is related to speaking or fame, reflecting how being talked about leads to fame?
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"Famous" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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