[Adjective] Well-known, or famous for something. Example: The restaurant was renowned for excellent food and service.
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Re·nowned' adjective Famous; celebrated for great achievements, for distinguished qualities, or for grandeur; eminent; as, a renowned king. 'Some renowned metropolis with glistering spires.' Milton. « These were the renowned of the congregation.» Num. i. 6... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/R/51