notoriety

Meanings

• noun

  Fame or infamy gained through public attention, especially for something bad or outrageous.

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Synonyms

ill fame , infamy

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Rhymes

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adversity , purity , reality , vigilancy

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Variants

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notorieties , notoriety

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Etymology

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From Old French notorie, from notor, known, from not, not + -or, signifying a 'knowing' or 'recognized' person.

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Trivia

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1. Notoriety is often associated with infamy in popular culture, but it can also refer to a positive reputation or fame.

2. The word notoriety comes from the Old French word notorie, meaning 'known' or 'recognized'

3. Some famous people have embraced their notoriety and used it to their advantage, such as notorious gangsters like Al Capone and infamous celebrities like Paris Hilton.

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Related Concepts

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1. Infamy: Infamy is a state of having a very bad reputation, often due to having done something shameful or disgraceful.

2. Fame: Fame is a state of being known and admired by many people, often for achievements or talents.

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Culture

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Notoriety often refers to a negative reputation or infamy, such as that gained by criminal activity or scandal. It can also refer to a positive reputation or fame, such as that gained by achievement or recognition. In literature and art, notoriety is often portrayed as a double-edged sword, with both positive and negative consequences.

How to Memorize "notoriety"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person or object that represents notoriety to you, such as a famous criminal or a celebrity. Imagine the public attention and reaction they receive.

2. associate
   

   - Associate notoriety with the idea of being well-known, whether positively or negatively.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym NOTORIOUS to remember the meaning of notoriety: N- Negative attention, O- Outrageous or scandalous behavior, T- Trending or popular, O- Often associated with infamy, I- In the public eye, U- Universal recognition, S- Shameful or disgraceful.

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