Fame: meaning, definitions and examples
๐
fame
[ feษชm ]
in the entertainment industry
The state of being known or talked about by many people, especially on account of notable achievements.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She rose to fame after starring in a popular TV show.
- His fame as a musician spread worldwide.
historical context
Public estimation or recognition, especially as a result of success or achievement.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The general achieved fame for his military victories.
- The artist's fame grew after the exhibition of his paintings.
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:
๐ต๐น fama
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคธเคฟเคฆเฅเคงเคฟ
๐ฉ๐ช Ruhm
๐ฎ๐ฉ ketenaran
๐บ๐ฆ ัะปะฐะฒะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ sลawa
๐ฏ๐ต ๅๅฃฐ (ใใใใ)
๐ซ๐ท cรฉlรฉbritรฉ
๐ช๐ธ fama
๐น๐ท ลรถhret
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ช ์ฑ (myeongseong)
๐ธ๐ฆ ุดูุฑุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ slรกva
๐ธ๐ฐ slรกva
๐จ๐ณ ๅๆ (mรญngwร ng)
๐ธ๐ฎ slava
๐ฎ๐ธ frรฆgรฐ
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะดะฐาฃา
๐ฌ๐ช แชแแแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ลรถhrษt
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.