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.

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Etymology

Origin of notoriously

notorious ( def. ) + -ly

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Example Sentences

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notoriously

Childcare is notoriously expensive, and gay and transgender parents are more likely to live in poverty than both straight parents and LGBTQ+ nonparents.

From Slate ● Nov. 4, 2026

Video games, says Wulf, are notoriously good at triggering nostalgia because gamers can "jump into the same environment".

From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2026

South Korea's notoriously gruelling college entry exam, known as the "Suneung", is essential for admission to top universities and widely regarded as a gateway to economic security and even a good marriage.

From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2026

The findings point to a previously unrecognized immune defense that could provide a new way to attack tumors that are notoriously difficult to treat.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 23, 2026

Of course Edward Ashton looked nothing like how his son might have remembered him, but then again, Fredrick’s eyesight was notoriously poor.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood

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