infamy

in·fa·my

noun \-mē\

plural in·fa·mies

Definition of INFAMY

1

: evil reputation brought about by something grossly criminal, shocking, or brutal

2

a : an extreme and publicly known criminal or evil act b : the state of being infamous

Examples of INFAMY

1. He never escaped the infamy his crimes had earned him.
2. <despite her eventual pardons, she could never completely free herself of the infamy of being named a war criminal>

First Known Use of INFAMY

15th century

Related to INFAMY

Synonyms: discredit, disesteem, dishonor, disrepute, ignominy, disgrace, obloquy, odium, opprobrium, reproach, shame

Antonyms: esteem, honor, respect

Related Words: scandal; contempt, despite, disdain, scorn; deprecation, disapprobation, disapproval, disfavor; abasement, debasement, debasing, degradation, dust, humbling, humiliation; blot, brand, shadow, slur, smirch, spot, stain, stigma, taint

Near Antonyms: admiration, appreciation, estimation, regard; awe, fear, reverence; fame, glory, renown, repute

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