noted

[ noh-tid ]

adjective

1. well-known; celebrated; famous:

   a noted scholar.

   Synonyms: eminent, renowned, distinguished

   Antonyms: unknown, obscure

2. provided with musical notation, a musical score, etc.:

   The text is illustrated with noted examples from the symphonies.

noted

/ ˈnəʊtɪd /

adjective

1. distinguished; celebrated; famous
2. of special note or significance; noticeable

   a noted increase in the crime rate

Derived Forms

• ˈnotedly, adverb

Other Words From

• noted·ly adverb
• noted·ness noun
• under·noted adjective
• un·noted adjective
• well-noted adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of noted¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English; note + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Professor Cobb noted: "It was interesting, the journal faced a challenge finding peer reviewers since our approach was so novel."

From Science Daily

The measure was sponsored by the California Apartment Assn., whose campaign committee said the new rules could apply to multiple organizations and noted the initiative’s language did not name any specific group.

From Los Angeles Times

As was widely noted at the time of Whitaker’s DOJ appointment, the 2014 World Patent Marketing press release that announced his affiliation with the company also announced that it would be marketing a so-called “masculine toilet” that was designed for men with larger-than-usual penises.

From Slate

Researchers have long noted that stress plays a significant role in exacerbating IBD symptoms, and some have even described ulcerative colitis as psychosomatic.

From Science Daily

He noted this weekend’s rain could help ease some fire concerns, but likely will not eliminate those worries entirely.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• acclaimed
• distinguished
• esteemed
• illustrious
• leading
• notable
• notorious
• prominent
• recognized
• renowned
• well-known