Re*nowned" (r?-nound"), a.
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. 61.
Syn. -- Famous; famed; distinguished; noted; eminent; celebrated; remarkable; wonderful. See Famous.
© Webster 1913.