FAME | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

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Word: Fame

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

Middle English (also in the sense ‘reputation’, which survives in house of ill fame): via Old French from Latin fama

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: feɪm
Dialects: British English
Definition:

the state of being known or talked about by many people, especially on account of notable achievements

Short Definition:

state of being known by many people

Examples:
  • winning the Olympic title has brought her fame and fortune
  • the song's success rocketed him to stardom and fame

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