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infamy
/ˈɪn.fə.mi/
extreme dishonor or disgrace
His actions brought infamy upon his family.
His actions caused extreme shame and disgrace for his family.
formal
The state of being widely known for something bad or shameful
The dictator's regime was remembered for its infamy.
The dictator's rule was remembered for its extreme dishonor.
Often used to describe historical figures or events associated with great shame.
Collocations
bring infamyto cause extreme shame or disgracelive in infamyto be remembered for something shameful
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Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Infamy is often used in historical or formal contexts to describe lasting shame or disgrace.
Gold Rule
Key Rule
Infamy refers to extreme dishonor or disgrace, often associated with historical figures or events.
Word Origin
From Old French 'enfamee', meaning 'disgrace', from 'en-' (in) + 'fame' (infamy). Related to Latin 'infamis' (disreputable).
Usage Notes
Often used in historical or formal contexts to describe lasting shame or disgrace.
Word Breakdown
in-
not
prefix-fame
reputation
root-y
state of
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