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notoriously

American  
[noh-tawr-ee-uhs-lee, nuh-] / noʊˈtɔr i əs li, nə- /

adverb

  1. in a way that is generally and usually unfavorably known to the wider public or to a particular group.

    Turnout in spring elections is notoriously low.

    Gift cards are a great option for that family member who is notoriously hard to shop for.

Etymology

Origin of notoriously

notorious ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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Yes, we reached out to the notoriously private couple’s representatives.

From Los Angeles Times

Whether he needs many more millions is a separate question, and recent signs point to financial troubles aside from his notoriously extravagant spending.

From Los Angeles Times

Salt is a notoriously hit or miss player, given his ultra-aggressive style.

From BBC

"This strategy delivers good performance even at buried interfaces, which are notoriously challenging to precisely control."

From Science Daily

He won domestic and European titles as part of a notoriously hard-edged Leicester team.

From BBC

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