better-known

Thân thiện

The better-known painting hangs in the main gallery.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • More familiar or renowned than the other of two: Used to compare the relative fame, recognition, or familiarity of one item or person against another specific counterpart.

Usage

• The adjective "better-known" is the comparative form of "well-known." It is used to directly compare two specific entities, indicating that one is more recognized or famous than the other. It is typically hyphenated.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • Between the two authors, she is the better-known one.
  • This is the better-known version of the ancient myth.
  • The reference context provides a clear example: "the better-known book of the two."

Advanced Usage

• "Better-known" vs. "More well-known": While "more well-known" is sometimes used, "better-known" is the standard and more concise comparative form.
  • He is better-known for his poetry than his novels. (Standard)
  • He is more well-known for his poetry... (Less common but understandable)

Variants and Related Words

• Well-known (adj): Widely recognized or famous.
  • She is a well-known scientist.
• Best-known (adj): The superlative form, meaning the most famous among a group of three or more.
  • This is his best-known painting.

Synonyms

• More famous: Having greater fame.
• More recognized: More widely acknowledged or identified.
• More renowned: Celebrated or acclaimed to a greater degree.

Antonyms

• Lesser-known: Not as famous or familiar.
  • The lesser-known works of a famous composer.

Notes

• "Better-known" functions as a compound adjective. It is important to use the hyphen to link "better" and "known" when it precedes a noun (e.g., "the better-known actor"). The hyphen may sometimes be omitted when the phrase follows a verb (e.g., "The actor is better known for his film roles"), though hyphenation is often still recommended for clarity.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. more familiar or renowned than the other of two
   • the better-known book of the two