Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Famous for something bad or negative, especially involving disgrace or a violation of morals.
Infamous
/ˈɪnfəməs/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
"This is infamous, your Honor.
His infamous acts were the talk of the entire town.
The infamous scandal rocked the political arena for years.
Etymology:
Originating in the late Middle English from Latin infamous, a combination of in- meaning not and fama meaning fame. The word acquired its negative connotations over time.
Usage Statistics:
9 mentions per 1 million words 
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