adjective

known about by many people.

a famous star

well known,celebrated,prominent,famed,popular,having made a name for oneself,renowned,noted,notable,eminent,pre-eminent,leading,distinguished,esteemed,respected,venerable,august,of high standing,of distinction,of repute,illustrious,acclaimed,honoured,exalted,great,glorious,remarkable,signal,legendary,lionized,much publicized,notorious,infamous