Celebrated in fame or public report; much talked about, renowned. Const. for. Also †famous of renown. of things.

Of a deed or action: illustrious, renowned, celebrated. Now only as passing into sense A. 4b. Obsolete.

Of persons: Not called in question in respect of status or character.

Possessing lustre by reason of high birth or rank, noble or lofty action or qualities; distinguished, eminent; renowned, famous. Of things.

figurative.

fig. Of qualities and actions: Splendid, illustrious, distinguished, striking the imagination.