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.
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Noun
Pinky’s fame grew even as the bird bent, molted and faded with each turn of the calendar.—
Ryan Steven Green,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026 For Ronaldo, though, viral fame is just a bonus.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
28 June 2026
Verb
On the northern tip of the island, Phare des Baleines is famed for its breathtaking views.—
Caitlin Gunther,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 June 2026 Surgeon Ben Talei — famed for deep plane rejuvenation and natural results on models and actresses — until recently worked with Aura After Care, its own separate hotel facility at 10251 Wilshire Blvd.—
Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for fame
Word History
Etymology
Noun
Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin fama report, fame; akin to Latin fari to speak — more at ban entry 1