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

Example Sentences

Verticillin A is notoriously hard to build because of its intricate chemical architecture.

From Science Daily

The previous model was bulky, heavy and notoriously loud.

From Los Angeles Times

Albert Edwards, the notoriously bearish global strategist from Societe Generale, is bullish on precious metals and thinks that, far from resembling a classic investment bubble, the party might just be getting started.

From MarketWatch

"Brain function is notoriously hard to measure, but we're getting better and better at interrogating brain function through biomarkers," Gibbons said.

From Science Daily

In Ireland, output—which is notoriously volatile as the country is home to many multinational firms—rebounded after a steep decline in September.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• infamously
• notably
• spectacularly