Pronunciation

/feɪm/

Definitions

• Noun: The state of being known or talked about by many people, often on account of notable achievements. For example: “Her talent and hard work brought her fame.”

  • Derived Forms: famous (adj.), famously (adv.)

  Example Sentence: “The musician’s fame skyrocketed after his first album topped the charts.”

• Verb: (rarely used) To make famous or celebrated. For example: “His groundbreaking research was fated to fame him among his peers.”

Phrases

• “Fame and fortune” refers to both widespread recognition and wealth.
• “A taste of fame” implies experiencing a brief period of being well-known.
• “Seeking fame” suggests attempting to become widely recognized or celebrated.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The book’s success brought its author international fame.”
• “Winning the gold medal guaranteed her eternal fame in the sport.”

Synonyms

• Renown
• Reputation
• Celebrity
• Notoriety (depending on context)
• Prestige
• Glory
• Eminence

Antonyms

• Obscurity
• Anonymity
• Unfamiliarity