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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New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, with a noted socialist streak, has proposed a tax increase on New Yorkers making more than $1 million, which critics have cited as the impetus for New York’s wealthiest fleeing the state, and taking their money (and tax revenue) with them.—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 8 Apr. 2026 Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, a noted Christian, used the phrase in an April 5 X post.—James Powel, USA Today, 5 Apr. 2026 Archbishop Timothy Broglio, the head of the Archdiocese for the Military Services and a noted conservative, declared that the war with Iran is unjust.—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 3 Apr. 2026 Its annual spelling bee is also a noted property in the portfolio.—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 23 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for noted