Infamous
adjective
Known widely for bad quality or deeds.
The infamous thief was finally caught by the police.
Often appears as...
- infamous criminal
- infamous theft
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Disapproving
adjective
Causing or deserving extreme disgrace or shame.
His infamous behavior resulted in his expulsion from the school.
Often appears as...
- infamous act
- infamous scandal
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Disapproving
adjective
Famous for being bad or evil.
Robin Hood was infamous for stealing from the rich and giving to the poor.
Often appears as...
- infamous villain
- infamous bandit
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Disapproving
adjective
Known widely for bad quality or deeds.
The infamous thief was finally caught by the police.
Often appears as...
- infamous criminal
- infamous theft
Usage tips
Disapproving
adjective
Causing or deserving extreme disgrace or shame.
His infamous behavior resulted in his expulsion from the school.
Often appears as...
- infamous act
- infamous scandal
Usage tips
Disapproving
adjective
Famous for being bad or evil.
Robin Hood was infamous for stealing from the rich and giving to the poor.
Often appears as...
- infamous villain
- infamous bandit
Usage tips
Disapproving
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Pro Tip 1/3Negative Reputation
Use 'infamous' to describe someone known for negative reasons, not just being unpopular.
The politician became infamous for his corrupt practices.
Pro Tip 2/3Widespread Notoriety
'Infamous' implies that a person's bad reputation is recognized by many people, not just locally known.
The spy became infamous across countries for his betrayals.
Pro Tip 3/3Focus on Actions
The infamy usually comes from specific actions or behaviors, not merely poor quality.
The company is infamous for its poor treatment of workers.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Reputation
Use 'infamous' to describe someone known for negative reasons, not just being unpopular.
The politician became infamous for his corrupt practices.
Pro Tip 2/3Widespread Notoriety
'Infamous' implies that a person's bad reputation is recognized by many people, not just locally known.
The spy became infamous across countries for his betrayals.
Pro Tip 3/3Focus on Actions
The infamy usually comes from specific actions or behaviors, not merely poor quality.
The company is infamous for its poor treatment of workers.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Reputation
Use 'infamous' to describe someone known for negative reasons, not just being unpopular.
The politician became infamous for his corrupt practices.
Pro Tip 2/3Widespread Notoriety
'Infamous' implies that a person's bad reputation is recognized by many people, not just locally known.
The spy became infamous across countries for his betrayals.
Pro Tip 3/3Focus on Actions
The infamy usually comes from specific actions or behaviors, not merely poor quality.
The company is infamous for its poor treatment of workers.
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Unpacking the nuts and...
created one of the earliest attempts at a digital currency called digit cash which ultimately failed a similar model to bitcoin probably the first online summary of a decentralized cryptocurrency model that this crowd-sourced was discussed on their mailing list which was really infamous
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Rachel Botsman: The case...
from the wisdom of crowds to smart mobs -- around how ridiculously easy it is to form groups for a purpose. And linked to this crowd mania were examples all around the world -- from the election of a president to the infamous Wikipedia, and everything in between --
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Jellyfish predate...
The jellyfish's sting, which helps it capture prey and defend itself, is its most infamous calling card. In the jelly's epidermis, cells called nematocysts lie coiled like poisonous harpoons. When they're triggered by contact, they shoot with an explosive force.
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The case of the...
Here are three of the possible offenders. Exhibit Pests and Disease. Most infamous is the varroa mite, a minuscule red pest that not only invades colonies and feeds on bees, but also transfers pathogens that stunt bee growth and shortens their life span.
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The science of...
who rated the person as cold, stoic, and unaffectionate. If a potential mate has managed to pass all these tests, there's still one the infamous first kiss, a rich and complex exchange of tactile and chemical cues, such as the smell of one's breath,
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Just add water: The...
a relentless advance that transforms pastures and farms into barren wastelands. These are desert locusts— infamous among their locust cousins for their massive swarms and capacity for destruction. But these insects aren't always so insatiable.
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The wild world of...
to be digested alive bit by bit. Meanwhile, this beetle is bewitched by sweet-smelling nectar. The scent draws him closer and closer until he lands on the leaves of the world’s most infamous carnivorous plant.
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Top 5 Best Animal...
character traits of the spotted hyena do females always lead their clan and what is it about hyenas that has allowed them to thrive far from their dim-witted infamous animated portrayal spotted
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Deadly Spider Bite! PIPE...
it is infamous for biting when threatened were surprised and it packs one of the biggest venomous punches of any spider in the world in Brazil alone
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Can you solve the jail...
Your timing made you and your partner the most infamous bank robbers in the west. Now, you’ll need to use that timing to help you break out of jail.
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Unpacking the nuts and...
created one of the earliest attempts at a digital currency called digit cash which ultimately failed a similar model to bitcoin probably the first online summary of a decentralized cryptocurrency model that this crowd-sourced was discussed on their mailing list which was really infamous
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Rachel Botsman: The case...
from the wisdom of crowds to smart mobs -- around how ridiculously easy it is to form groups for a purpose. And linked to this crowd mania were examples all around the world -- from the election of a president to the infamous Wikipedia, and everything in between --
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Jellyfish predate...
The jellyfish's sting, which helps it capture prey and defend itself, is its most infamous calling card. In the jelly's epidermis, cells called nematocysts lie coiled like poisonous harpoons. When they're triggered by contact, they shoot with an explosive force.
Video examples
The case of the...
Here are three of the possible offenders. Exhibit Pests and Disease. Most infamous is the varroa mite, a minuscule red pest that not only invades colonies and feeds on bees, but also transfers pathogens that stunt bee growth and shortens their life span.
Video examples
The science of...
who rated the person as cold, stoic, and unaffectionate. If a potential mate has managed to pass all these tests, there's still one the infamous first kiss, a rich and complex exchange of tactile and chemical cues, such as the smell of one's breath,
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Just add water: The...
a relentless advance that transforms pastures and farms into barren wastelands. These are desert locusts— infamous among their locust cousins for their massive swarms and capacity for destruction. But these insects aren't always so insatiable.
Video examples
The wild world of...
to be digested alive bit by bit. Meanwhile, this beetle is bewitched by sweet-smelling nectar. The scent draws him closer and closer until he lands on the leaves of the world’s most infamous carnivorous plant.
Video examples
Top 5 Best Animal...
character traits of the spotted hyena do females always lead their clan and what is it about hyenas that has allowed them to thrive far from their dim-witted infamous animated portrayal spotted
Video examples
Deadly Spider Bite! PIPE...
it is infamous for biting when threatened were surprised and it packs one of the biggest venomous punches of any spider in the world in Brazil alone
Video examples
Can you solve the jail...
Your timing made you and your partner the most infamous bank robbers in the west. Now, you’ll need to use that timing to help you break out of jail.
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Quote examples
John Waters
Director
Blood Feast' is my favorite of Lewis' films. When we shot 'Serial Mom,' and I showed them the infamous tongue scene, one of the female crew members said, 'I hate when a guy does that.
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Jim Lee
South Korean Artist
One of the strengths of the DC Universe has been the strength of the rogues' gallery. Often times they're as famous - if not more infamous - than our heroes.
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Ian McShane
English Actor
Blackbeard is probably the most infamous pirate who ever lived. He's one of those characters for which most of your work is done before you start.
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Kinky Friedman
American Singer
These days, there are many people around the world who listen to the songs that made me infamous and read the books that made me respectable.
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Bryan Konietzko
American Director
I am infamous for writing fight scenes beat for beat, punch for punch. I can't help it!
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Dave Chappelle
American Comedian
You can't get un-famous. You can get infamous, but you can't get un-famous.
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CeeLo Green
American Musician
I think I'll always be famous. I just hope I don't become infamous.
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Adam Ant
British Musician
I like being infamous. I think it is safe being a cult.
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Jason Reynolds
American Author
Boston is pretty infamous for race relations.
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Otto Dix
German Artist
I will either be famous or infamous.
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John Waters
Director
Blood Feast' is my favorite of Lewis' films. When we shot 'Serial Mom,' and I showed them the infamous tongue scene, one of the female crew members said, 'I hate when a guy does that.
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Jim Lee
South Korean Artist
One of the strengths of the DC Universe has been the strength of the rogues' gallery. Often times they're as famous - if not more infamous - than our heroes.
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Ian McShane
English Actor
Blackbeard is probably the most infamous pirate who ever lived. He's one of those characters for which most of your work is done before you start.
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Kinky Friedman
American Singer
These days, there are many people around the world who listen to the songs that made me infamous and read the books that made me respectable.
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Bryan Konietzko
American Director
I am infamous for writing fight scenes beat for beat, punch for punch. I can't help it!
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Dave Chappelle
American Comedian
You can't get un-famous. You can get infamous, but you can't get un-famous.
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CeeLo Green
American Musician
I think I'll always be famous. I just hope I don't become infamous.
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Adam Ant
British Musician
I like being infamous. I think it is safe being a cult.
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Jason Reynolds
American Author
Boston is pretty infamous for race relations.
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Otto Dix
German Artist
I will either be famous or infamous.
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