infamous
/ˈɪnfəməs/
adjective
- Well known for something bad or evil; having a very bad reputation.
- The infamous pirate Blackbeard terrorized the Caribbean.
- That restaurant is infamous for its terrible service and cold food.
- The dictator became infamous for his brutal treatment of political prisoners.
- Deserving of a bad reputation; disgraceful or shocking.
- The politician's infamous speech was condemned by both parties.
- He committed an infamous crime that shocked the entire nation.
- The company's infamous safety violations led to a major accident.
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