What does it mean to be "reputed"? In what situations is this word used? The article provides an interpretation. Defined part of speech. Also given are synonyms and synonymous phrases of this word, which have a similar lexical meaning.
Part of Speech Definition
Before you know what "to be known" means, it is worth determining to which particular part of speech this language unit should be attributed. You can use this word in a sentence: He wanted (what to do?) to be known as a famous writer, but nothing came of it.
This word expresses a certain action. It answers the question "what to do?" There is only one option here. "Sleep" is a verb. Refers to the imperfect form (no prefix).
Lexical meaning
Although the verb "to be known" is used in speech, not everyone can accurately determine its interpretation. If you have any questions about the definition of the lexical meaning of this word, you should consult the explanatory dictionary. Dahl's dictionary indicates what it means to be "reputed":
- be on some account with others;
- have a certain reputation (both good and bad);
- be in good or bad name.
For example:
- Makar is reputed to be an excellent carpenter.
- Inna is reputed to be that liar.
There is an addition in Ushakov's dictionary: in conjunction with the union "what" to be reputed has the meaning "to exist": There is a belief that on New Year's Eve you need to make a wish.
Synonyms for the word
The studied verb can be replaced with equal or synonymous phrases. Here are some synonyms for the word repute.
- Enjoy the fame. This farm is notorious, people go missing there.
- Be counted. This employee is in good standing, never late.
- To be known as. Ignat is known as a thief.
The verb "to be known" is most often used in colloquial speech. Some of its synonyms (for example, to be famous) do not have a pronounced colloquial color. They can be used in various styles of speech.