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notoriety

nounfeminineformal/nutuɾiɨˈðaðɨ/medium

no·to·ri·e·da·de

Definition

The state of being famous or well known, typically for some bad quality or deed.
The criminal gained notoriety for his daring escapes.
The artist's work brought him international notoriety.
Common collocations
achieve notorietygain notoriety

Etymology

Do latim 'notorietas, -atis'.

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