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Definitions

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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The stars of legendary American crime drama "Charlie's Angels" reunited Monday at Los Angeles' PaleyFest to celebrate 50 years since the show catapulted the trio to fame.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

To Palantir’s old guard, the FDE remains as deeply misunderstood as ever, despite its newfound fame — a role that rivals are culturally appropriating while ignoring the often grueling engineering process it entails.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

Some, however, volunteered, hoping for fame and profit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Rodrigo skyrocketed to fame with her debut solo single, “Drivers License,” in January 2021, when she was 17 years old.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

“Are you famous?” she asked, possibly sensing Bobby’s fame, or maybe because she’d seen his photo in Morgunbladid or some other periodical.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady