infamous
/ˈɪn.fə.məs/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Having a bad reputation; disreputable; notorious; unpleasant or evil; widely known, especially for something scornful.
Adjective
Examples
He was an infamous traitor.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Causing infamy; disgraceful.
Adjective
Examples
This infamous deed tarnishes all involved.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “infamous” mean?
Having a bad reputation; disreputable; notorious; unpleasant or evil; widely known, especially for something scornful.
Is “infamous” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.