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fame
[ feym ]
noun
- widespread reputation, especially of a favorable character; renown; public eminence:
to seek fame as an opera singer.
- common estimation or opinion generally held of a person or thing; reputation.
verb (used with object)
- Archaic. to have or spread the renown of; to make famous.
fame
/ ڱɪ /
noun
- the state of being widely known or recognized; renown; celebrity
- archaic.rumour or public report
verb
- tr; now usually passive to make known or famous; celebrate
he was famed for his ruthlessness
Derived Forms
- famed, adjective
Other Word Forms
- ڲl adjective
- dzܳЭ verb (used with object) outfamed outfaming
- -ڲ noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of fame1
Word History and Origins
Origin of fame1
Example Sentences
He's clearly found a degree of serenity, without surrendering the restless energy that propelled him to fame.
The cast doesn’t care about achieving fame or manufacturing their persona for the cameras.
And not only for the fame and fortune, which of course I’ve never gotten back to that level since.
Starting in McPherson’s native Canada, she follows the future evangelist through early marriages, itinerant preaching, her church in Los Angeles, her fame, her fall and what came after.
Some live-streaming companies pressure young women to take out loans for surgery, promising a shot at influencer fame.
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