notorious

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Adjective notorious has 1 sense

ill-famed, infamous, notorious - having an exceedingly bad reputation; "a notorious gangster"; "the tenderloin district was notorious for vice"
Antonym: reputable (indirect, via disreputable)

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notorious (adjective)

Definition:

Well-known or famous, typically for something negative or undesirable.

Sense 1:

Having a bad reputation; widely known for some undesirable quality or behavior.

Example sentence: The neighborhood was known for its notorious crime rate, making it unsafe for families.

Sense 2:

Infamous; widely recognized and regarded with disapproval or contempt.

Example sentence: The CEO's notorious greed led to the company's downfall.

Sense 3:

Famous or outstanding in a negative or derogatory sense.

Example sentence: The dictator was notorious for his oppressive regime and human rights violations.