notorious frequently adds to famous an implication of questionableness or evil.
a notorious gangster
distinguished implies acknowledged excellence or superiority.
a distinguished scientist who won the Nobel Prize
eminent implies even greater prominence for outstanding quality or character.
the country's most eminent writers
illustrious stresses enduring honor and glory attached to a deed or person.
illustrious war heroes
Examples of noted in a Sentence
She is a noted scholar specializing in Latin-American literature.
a serious play that needs a noted Broadway actor for the lead if it is to attract audiences
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Some of the area’s most noted wineries occupy restored historic buildings, including a 16th-century monastery.—Rachel King, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025 Del Toro's parents were, in fact, both lawyers, and his great-grandfather was a noted politician.—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 3 June 2025 Campbell’s noted sales of its broths rose 15% during the quarter while sales of its Rao’s pasta sauces were up 2%.—Boston Herald Wire Services, Boston Herald, 2 June 2025 The 63-point gap in responses marks a noted increase from the 44-point gap in late 2023, when 72 percent of respondents said there were important differences between the parties, and 28 percent said the parties were pretty much the same.—Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 2 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for noted
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