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Far-famed

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

(chiefly poetic or literary) Widely known; famous..

Example Sentences

We had a light breeze, a calm sea, and a fine morning, a prosperous commencement of our voyage of about a thousand miles to the far-famed Aru Islands.
“Here thou beholdest,” answered she, “Lord Zigg, the far-famed tamer of horses. Well loved is he among the Demons, for he is merry of mood, and a mighty man of his hands withal when he leadeth his horsemen against the enemy.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does far-famed mean?

Far-famed means (chiefly poetic or literary) Widely known; famous..

What is a synonym for far-famed?

Common synonyms include illustrious, notable, renowned, noted.

What is the opposite of far-famed?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use far-famed in a sentence?

We had a light breeze, a calm sea, and a fine morning, a prosperous commencement of our voyage of about a thousand miles to the far-famed Aru Islands.

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