Notoriety: meaning, definitions and examples
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notoriety
[ หnษสtษหraษชษti ]
in the news
The state of being famous or well known, typically for some bad quality or deed. Notoriety is often gained through scandal or criminal activity.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Her notoriety as a controversial figure grew after the scandal broke.
- The criminal's notoriety made it difficult for him to find work after being released from prison.
criminal activity
The quality of being famous for something bad or criminal. Notoriety in this context often refers to a person's reputation for illegal or immoral behavior.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The gang leader achieved notoriety for his ruthless tactics in the criminal underworld.
- The notoriety of the drug lord extended beyond national borders.
Translations
Translations of the word "notoriety" in other languages:
๐ต๐น notoriedade
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคเฅเคฏเคพเคคเคฟ
๐ฉ๐ช Berรผhmtheit
๐ฎ๐ฉ ketenaran
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒัะดะพะผัััั
๐ต๐ฑ rozgลos
๐ฏ๐ต ๆชๅ
๐ซ๐ท notoriรฉtรฉ
๐ช๐ธ notoriedad
๐น๐ท รผn
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ช ์ฑ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุดููุฑุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ povฤst
๐ธ๐ฐ povesลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ๅๅฃฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ slava
๐ฎ๐ธ orรฐstรญr
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐัะฐา
๐ฌ๐ช แชแแแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ mษลhurluq
๐ฒ๐ฝ notoriedad
Etymology
The word 'notoriety' originated from the Latin word 'notorietas', which means 'familiarity' or 'celebrity'. Over time, the term evolved to denote a negative form of fame associated with scandal or disrepute. The concept of notoriety has been prevalent in various cultures throughout history, often linked to individuals who gain attention for controversial or criminal actions. In modern usage, notoriety continues to be associated with individuals or groups known for negative qualities or deeds.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #16,579, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 16576 ceaseless
- 16577 wavering
- 16578 surmise
- 16579 notoriety
- 16580 stopper
- 16581 tripartite
- 16582 conciliatory
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