infamy
Infamy (noun) means the state of being infamous; a very bad, widely known reputation. Example: “The scandal sealed his infamy for the rest of his career.”
How to use infamy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA shameful kind of fame — being remembered for something terrible.
Word forms
infamies plural
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Etymology
From Old French infamie, from Latin īnfāmia — in- ("not") + fāma ("fame, renown").
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What does “infamy” mean?
The word “infamy” means the state of being infamous; a very bad, widely known reputation. In plain terms, a shameful kind of fame — being remembered for something terrible.
How do you pronounce “infamy”?
“Infamy” is pronounced IHN-fuh-mee (/ˈɪnfəmi/ in IPA).
How do you use “infamy” in a sentence?
Here is “infamy” used in a sentence: “The scandal sealed his infamy for the rest of his career.”
What part of speech is “infamy”?
“Infamy” is a noun.
Where does the word “infamy” come from?
The word “infamy” comes from Latin. From Old French infamie, from Latin īnfāmia — in- ("not") + fāma ("fame, renown").