Fame: meaning, definitions and examples

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fame

 

[ feษชm ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in the entertainment industry

The state of being known or talked about by many people, especially on account of notable achievements.

Synonyms

celebrity, renown, stardom

Examples of usage

  • She rose to fame after starring in a popular TV show.
  • His fame as a musician spread worldwide.
Context #2 | Noun

historical context

Public estimation or recognition, especially as a result of success or achievement.

Synonyms

acclaim, reputation, standing

Examples of usage

  • The general achieved fame for his military victories.
  • The artist's fame grew after the exhibition of his paintings.
Context #3 | Verb

informal usage

To make (someone) famous.

Synonyms

popularize, promote, publicize

Examples of usage

  • The talent show fame-ed many young singers.
  • Social media can quickly fame a person.

Translations

Translations of the word "fame" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fama

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคธเคฟเคฆเฅเคงเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ruhm

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ketenaran

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะปะฐะฒะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sล‚awa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅๅฃฐ (ใ‚ใ„ใ›ใ„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cรฉlรฉbritรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fama

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸรถhret

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ช…์„ฑ (myeongseong)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดู‡ุฑุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ slรกva

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ slรกva

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅๆœ› (mรญngwร ng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ slava

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ frรฆgรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะฐาฃา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒชแƒœแƒแƒ‘แƒแƒ“แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸรถhrษ™t

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fama

Etymology

The word 'fame' originated from the Latin word 'fama' which means 'report' or 'reputation'. Throughout history, fame has been closely associated with achievements, success, and public recognition. In ancient times, fame was often linked to heroism or great deeds, with stories of famous individuals passed down through oral traditions. In modern times, the concept of fame has evolved with the rise of mass media and celebrity culture, where individuals can quickly achieve fame through various platforms like television, social media, and the internet.

See also: defame, defamer, famous.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,352, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.