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infamy Antonyms

Opposite of infamy

Because the opposite of infamy shifts with each meaning, the 11 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The state of being well known for some bad quality, shameful deed, or wicked character; extreme ill fame or public disgrace.

Usage Example

"The corrupt official's name lived on in honor long after the scandal came to light."

Strongest
honor
renown
glory
Strong
esteem
repute
prestige
distinction

• noun (Context 2)

An evil, wicked, or abominable act or quality.

Usage Example

"Historical records detailed the many infamies committed by the regime against its own citizens."

Strongest
virtue
Strong
righteousness
nobility
goodness

Similar words to infamy

Words similar to infamy shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

notoriety
disrepute
atrocity
ignominy
outrage
opprobrium
abomination
obloquy
See all synonyms of infamy

• Nearby Words

infallibly
infamous
infamously
infamy
infancy
infant
infanthood

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Infamy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/infamy
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