fame

[feym]

noun

1. widespread reputation, especially of a favorable character; renown; public eminence.

   to seek fame as an opera singer.

2. common estimation or opinion generally held of a person or thing; reputation.

verb (used with object)

famed, faming 

1. Archaic.,  to have or spread the renown of; to make famous.

fame

/ feɪm /

noun

1. the state of being widely known or recognized; renown; celebrity

2. archaic,  rumour or public report

verb

1. (tr; now usually passive) to make known or famous; celebrate

   he was famed for his ruthlessness

Other Word Forms

• fameless adjective
• outfame verb (used with object)
• self-fame noun
• famed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of fame¹

1175–1225; Middle English < Anglo-French, Old French < Latin fāma talk, public opinion, repute, akin to fārī to speak

Word History and Origins

Origin of fame¹

C13: from Latin f ā ma report; related to fārī to say

Example Sentences

And he’s destined for the monster hall of fame.

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“A bunch got signed, but you know, fame is a fickle thing, and you never know what might get played on the radio.”

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Burke shot to fame posting clips from the video game “Fortnite” to YouTube and other social media, then pivoted to making his own music and scored a hit with “Romantic Homicide.”

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Edward’s fame because of his disability makes his life appear fun.

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However, the new analysis shows a direct link between fame and mortality for the first time.

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Related Words

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