infamy

noun
UK: /ˈɪnfəmi/
US: /ˈɪnfəmi/

  1. The state of being known for being evil or bad.

    1. His name will live in infamy because of his crimes.
    2. The dictator's infamy spread as his regime became more violent, leading to international condemnation.

  2. Evil fame or reputation as the result of a shameful or outrageous act.

    1. The scandal brought infamy to the entire company.
    2. The general achieved infamy by ordering the attack on the unarmed village during the conflict.

Synonyms

notoriety disgrace dishonor shame reproach opprobrium

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "infamy" in English means: The state of being known for being evil or bad., Evil fame or reputation as the result of a shameful or outrageous act..

The phonetic transcription of "infamy" is /ˈɪnfəmi/ in British English and /ˈɪnfəmi/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "infamy": notoriety, disgrace, dishonor, shame, reproach, opprobrium.

Example usage of "infamy": "His name will live in infamy because of his crimes.". More examples on the page.