Synonyms of notorious
8 similar words · 26 opposite words
Another word for notorious is infamous. Other synonyms of notorious are ill-famed, nefarious and disreputable. The opposite of notorious is noted.
Synonyms and similar words for notorious
adjectiveOf a person or entity: generally or widely known for something negative; infamous.
adverbSynonym of notoriously.
- notoriouslyIn a notorious or notable manner; as is commonly known.
adjectiveMore synonyms
- disreputableNot respectable, lacking repute; discreditable.
- nefariousSinful, villainous, criminal, or wicked, especially when noteworthy or notorious for such characteristics.
- niddering archaicSynonym of nithing (“cowardly, dastardly; notoriously evil or wicked; infamous”).
- nidering archaic
Opposite of notorious
adjectiveOf a person or entity: generally or widely known for something negative; infamous.
- famous
- bait
- fabled
- famedHaving fame; famous or noted.
- iconic
- irreconditeNot recondite; well-known.
- known
- legendary
- notable
- notedWell known because of one's reputation; famous, celebrated.
- noteworthyDeserving attention; notable; worthy of notice.
- proverbial
- recognizableAble to be recognized.
- renownedFamous, celebrated, or well-known; widely praised or highly honored.
- storied
- well-known
- famoused obsoleteFamed; renowned.
- mere obsolete
adjectiveMore antonyms
- unnotoriousNot notorious.
- unfamousNot famous.
- acclaimedGreatly praised or lauded, revered, highly respected.
- celebratedFamous or widely praised.
- distinguished
- eminent
- prestigiousOf high prestige.
- prominent
Meaning of notorious
- adjective Of a person or entity: generally or widely known for something negative; infamous.
- adjective Of an act, situation, etc.: blameworthy in an obvious and offensive way; blatant, flagrant.
- adjective Generally or widely known; of common knowledge; famous or well-known.
notorious in other languages
Questions about synonyms of notorious
- What is another word for notorious?
- Notorious has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as infamous, ill-famed, nefarious and disreputable.
- What is the opposite of notorious?
- The opposite of notorious is noted. Other antonyms of notorious are renowned, celebrated, famed, noteworthy and recognizable.
- What does notorious mean?
- Notorious means of a person or entity: generally or widely known for something negative; infamous.
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