Meaning of the word notoriety in English
What does notoriety mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
notoriety
US /ˌnoʊ.t̬əˈraɪ.ə.t̬i/
UK /ˌnəʊ.tərˈaɪ.ə.ti/
Noun
the state of being famous or well known for some bad quality or deed
Example:
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The criminal achieved notoriety for his daring escapes.
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She gained notoriety as a hard-to-please boss.