infamous (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnfəməs/

Definition

Known widely for something bad or negative.

Examples

• The company became infamous for its unethical business practices.

• He was infamous for his terrible temper.

• The region is infamous for its high crime rate.

How to Use infamous

infamous for (prepositional phrase)

To be widely known because of a specific negative quality or action. — "The city is infamous for its traffic jams."

Synonyms of infamous

Words with a similar meaning to infamous:

• known
• notorious
• disreputable
• disgraceful

Antonyms of infamous

Words with the opposite meaning to infamous:

• famous
• renowned
• celebrated

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