How to say "noted" in Japanese

• 著名ちょめいJLPT N1approx.Common
  na-adjective, nounCovers 'noted' in the sense of famous or well-known, leaning toward eminent and prominent. Typical context: introducing a scholar, artist, or public figure who stands out in their field.
  スミス氏しは著名ちょめいなバイオリニストである。↗

  Mr Smith is an eminent violinist.
• 名高いなだかいJLPT N1approx.Common
  i-adjectiveCovers 'noted' as famous too, but flavors it as renowned and celebrated — fame that reaches far and wide. Typical context: a scenic spot, historic landmark, or local specialty whose name is widely known.
  その教授きょうじゅはシェークスピアの研究けんきゅうで名高なだかい。↗

  The professor is noted for his study of Shakespeare.

Both translate 'noted' as 'famous' and are close synonyms: use 著名 when the nuance is eminent or prominent, and 「名高い」 when it is renowned or celebrated — fame that has spread widely.

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• 著名ちょめいfamous
• 名高いなだかいfamous
• 名だたるなだたるfamous
• 名の知れたなのしれたwell-known