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Definition notoriety in American English

notoriety noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˌnoʊtəˈraɪəti/
1

a situation in which someone or something is famous for something bad

Example

The regime gained notoriety for its harsh treatment of political prisoners.

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Definition notoriety in American English