Synonyms for notoriousness


Grammar : Noun
Spell : noh-tawr-ee-uh s, -tohr-, nuh-
Phonetic Transcription : noʊˈtɔr i əs, -ˈtoʊr-, nə-

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Définition of notoriousness

Origin :
  • 1540s, "publicly known," from Medieval Latin notorius "well-known, commonly known," from Latin notus "known," past participle of noscere "come to know" (see know). Negative connotation arose 17c. from frequent association with derogatory nouns. Related: Notoriously.
  • noun notoriety
Example sentences :
  • Neither can this notoriousness be alleged against her undefended.
  • Extract from : « The Old Yellow Book » by Anonymous
  • His actions are strong encounters, and for their notoriousness always upon record.
  • Extract from : « Character Writings of the 17th Century » by Various
  • And the notoriousness and ridiculousness of this error, will tempt the profane to make religious people a scorn.
  • Extract from : « A Christian Directory » by Baxter Richard
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