fame

[feym] / feɪm /

NOUN

celebrity

Synonyms

STRONGEST

acclaim character dignity glory greatness honor immortality notoriety popularity prominence recognition renown reputation stardom

STRONG

acclamation account acknowledgment credit distinction elevation eminence esteem estimation exaltation favor heyday illustriousness kudos laurels luster majesty name nobility note place position preeminence rank regard rep report repute splendor standing station superiority

WEAK

public esteem éclat

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dishonor ill repute unimportance

STRONG

criticism depression disapproval disbelief disregard disrespect dullness ignorance inferiority insignificance neglect unemployment

Example Sentences

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But I’m not aware of a single occasion when someone grew a conscience and turned away from the outrage machine and the money and fame it can bring.

From Salon • May 8, 2026

The model and former footballer rose to fame on the reality TV show in 2015, and appeared from seasons 14 to 17.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Despite his fame, the broadcaster -- whose brother was the late actor and film director Richard Attenborough -- has always refused to be seen as a celebrity.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Pratt gained fame on the MTV reality TV series “The Hills.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

They made excellent ambassadors, impervious to criticism and unaware of their own fame.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

Vocabulary lists containing fame

Academy Awards, List 5

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