infamous

• Beschreibt eine Person oder Sache, die wegen einer schlechten Eigenschaft oder Tat weithin bekannt ist.

Describes a person or thing that is well known for a bad quality or deed.

1. Well-known for bad reasonsB2formal

   Famous for something bad or evil; having a bad reputation.

   Berüchtigt

   • The dictator was infamous for his brutal regime.
   • This prison is infamous for its harsh conditions.
   • He became infamous after the scandal broke.

   Synonymedishonorabledisreputableill-famednotoriousscandalous

   Antonymeesteemedhonorablereputablerespectedvenerable

2. NotoriousB2formal

   Widely and unfavorably known.

   Berüchtigt

   • The area is infamous for its high crime rate.
   • She is infamous for her rude behavior at parties.
   • The company is infamous for its poor customer service.

   Synonymedisreputableill-famednotoriousopprobriousscandalous

   Antonymeanonymousobscureunknownunnoticed