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notoriety Synonyms

Another word for notoriety

Choosing another word for notoriety depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The state of being famous or widely known for some bad quality, scandal, or unfavorable deed.

Usage Example

"The company gained unwanted infamy after reports of its environmental violations became public."

Strongest
infamy
disrepute
ill fame
Strong
opprobrium
ignominy
dishonor
discredit
Weak
scandal

• noun (Context 2)

A person or thing that is widely known, especially for something controversial or unfavorable.

Usage Example

"By the end of the decade, the eccentric millionaire had become one of the city's greatest notorieties."

Strong
celebrity

Opposites of notoriety

The opposite of notoriety shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

obscurity
anonymity
acclaim
unknown
nobody
honor
esteem
renown
See all opposites of notoriety

• Nearby Words

notionally
notions
notocactus
notoriety
notorious
notoriously
notoriousness

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Notoriety. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/notoriety
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