n [U] formal [
Date: 1300-1400;
Language: Old French; Origin: renon, from renomer
'to make famous', from nomer
'to name']
when you are famous and a lot of people admire you for a special skill, achievement, or quality
=
acclaiminternational/public etc renown He has won world renown for his films. He achieved some renown as a football player.