fame

noun

The state of being famous or well-known and spoken of, especially for something positive.

One's reputation.

(now rare) Something said or reported; gossip, rumour.

verb

(transitive) to make (someone or something) famous

Roots

famafam- · Latin · fame, report

Synonyms for fame

renownn celebrityn notorietyn illustriousnessn stardomn reputen gloryn reputationn prestigen prominencen greatnessn acclaimn popularityn kudosn honorn notabilityn recognitionn

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