Fame — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈfām/

Meaning & Definition of Fame

Fame (noun)

  1. public estimation, reputation
  2. popular acclaim, renown
  3. rumor

Fame (verb)

  1. report, repute
  2. to make famous

Fame (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the fact or state of being known to the public

    "many go to Hollywood in search of fame and fortune"

    similar: celebrity, notoriety, renown
    related: infamy, character, mark, name, report, reputability, reputation, repute, cachet, place, position, prestige, rank, standing, stature, status, megastardom, popularity, stardom, superstardom, distinction, eminence, glory, greatness, honor, illustriousness, note, preeminence, prominence, visibility, acclaim, accolade, acknowledgment, homage, kudos, laurels, praise, recognition, adoration, idolization
    opposite: anonymity, oblivion, obscureness, obscurity
    near: disgrace, dishonor, disrepute, ignominy, odium, opprobrium, shame, inconspicuousness, invisibility, unpopularity

  2. overall quality as seen or judged by people in general

    "he has some fame locally as an honest antiques dealer"

    similar: character, mark, name, note, odor, rep (slang), report, reputation, repute
    related: credit, honor, celebrity, notoriety, renown, image, persona, admiration, regard, reverence
    near: discredit, disgrace, dishonor, disrepute, ignominy, infamy, obloquy, odium, opprobrium, reproach, shame

Related Entry: Hall of Fame (phrase)

Hall of Fame is a different word from Fame. The synonyms below are for Hall of Fame, not for fame.

  1. individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class

    "With that over-the top reception, she won a place in the wedding planners' Hall of Fame."

    similar: A-list, aristocracy, best, choice, corps d'elite, cream, crème de la crème, elect, elite, fat, flower, illuminati, pick, pink, pride, priesthood, prime, royalty, upper crust, cream of the crop
    related: establishment, gentry, nobility, quality, society, top, top drawer, upper class, caviar, who's who
    near: commoners, herd, hoi polloi, masses, millions, mob, multitude, rank and file, unwashed

Related Entry: Halls of Fame (phrase)

Halls of Fame is a different word from Fame. The synonyms below are for Halls of Fame, not for fame.

  1. individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class

    "With that over-the top reception, she won a place in the wedding planners' Hall of Fame."

    similar: A-lists, aristocracies, best, choices, corps d'elite, creams, crème de la crème, elect, elites, fat, flowers, illuminati, picks, pinks, prides, priesthoods, primes, royalties, upper crusts
    related: establishments, gentries, nobilities, qualities, societies, top drawers, tops, upper classes, caviars, who's whos
    near: commoners, herds, hoi polloi, masses, millions, mobs, multitudes, rank and files, unwasheds

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Fame

The most common words with a similar meaning to Fame:

Slang: rep
celebrity, notoriety, renown, character, mark, name, note, odor, report, reputation, repute

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Fame

Words with the opposite meaning of Fame:

anonymity, oblivion, obscureness, obscurity

Related Words for Fame

infamy, reputability, cachet, place, position, prestige, rank, standing, stature, status, megastardom, popularity, stardom, superstardom, distinction, eminence, glory, greatness, honor, illustriousness, preeminence, prominence, visibility, acclaim, accolade, acknowledgment, homage, kudos, laurels, praise

Near Antonyms of Fame

disgrace, dishonor, disrepute, ignominy, odium, opprobrium, shame, inconspicuousness, invisibility, unpopularity, discredit, infamy, obloquy, reproach

Word Forms of Fame

Inflections: famed, faming

Origin & Etymology of Fame

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin fama report, fame; akin to Latin fari to speak ban:1

First known use: 13th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Fame

Words & Phrases Containing Fame

Hall of Fame, claim to fame, what price glory/fame

Frequently Asked Questions about Fame

What does "Fame" mean?

"Fame" means public estimation, reputation. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: public estimation, reputation. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Fame"?

Other words for "Fame" include celebrity, notoriety, renown, character, mark, name, note and odor. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Fame" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Fame"?

There are 51 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Fame". Common alternatives include celebrity, notoriety, renown, character, mark, name, note, odor, rep and report.

What is the opposite of "Fame"?

Antonyms of "Fame" include anonymity, oblivion, obscureness and obscurity. Near antonyms include disgrace, dishonor, disrepute and ignominy.

How do you use "Fame" in a sentence?

Examples of "Fame" in a sentence: "many go to Hollywood in search of fame and fortune"; "he has some fame locally as an honest antiques dealer".

Is "Fame" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Fame" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Fame" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Fame" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Fame"?

"Fame" is pronounced /ˈfām/.