1
a
: public estimation : reputation
b
: popular acclaim : renown
2
archaic
: rumor
Synonyms
Examples of fame in a Sentence
Noun
He died at the height of his fame.
The book tells the story of her sudden rise to fame.
He gained fame as an actor.
She went to Hollywood seeking fame and fortune.
Recent Examples on the Web
Emily Krauser, Peoplemag, 5 June 2024
Brother Marquis, the rapper who rose to fame as a member of the controversial Miami hip-hop group 2 Live Crew, died Monday at 57.
—Staff Author, EW.com, 4 June 2024
Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2024
The international songwriting competition is famed for its exuberant performances.
—Chantelle Lee, TIME, 11 May 2024
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Noun
Armstrong rose to fame quickly after his first win and became known as much for his athletic career as his philanthropy.
—Emily Krauser, Peoplemag, 5 June 2024
Brother Marquis, the rapper who rose to fame as a member of the controversial Miami hip-hop group 2 Live Crew, died Monday at 57.
—Staff Author, EW.com, 4 June 2024
Verb
Here’s the ultimate guide to Zakynthos, the Ionian wonder famed for its picture-perfect Shipwreck Beach.
—Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2024
The international songwriting competition is famed for its exuberant performances.
—Chantelle Lee, TIME, 11 May 2024
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“Fame.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fame. Accessed 8 Jun. 2024.
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