Notoriety
Pronunciation: /ˌnoʊtərˈaɪətiː/
Notoriety (noun)
- The state of being well known for something bad or shocking, so people talk about you.
- Wide public awareness of a person or event, often because it is unusual, controversial, or widely reported.
Examples
- The scandal brought him notoriety.
- Her actions caused bad fame and notoriety.