notorious

• Известный чем-то плохим или неприятным.

Famous for something bad or unpleasant.

1. Famous for something badB2formal

   Well-known for being bad or evil; having a bad reputation.

   Печально известный

   • The city is notorious for its high crime rate.
   • He is a notorious liar who cannot be trusted.
   • The company became notorious for its poor working conditions.

   Synonymsdishonorabledisreputableill-famedinfamousnefariousopprobriousscandalousvillainous

   Antonymscelebratedesteemedhonorablerenownedreputablerespected

2. InfamousB2formal

   Widely and unfavorably known; famous for a negative reason.

   Печально известный

   • The dictator was notorious for his brutal regime.
   • She is notorious for arriving late to every meeting.
   • The prison is notorious for its harsh treatment of inmates.

   Synonymsdisreputableill-famedinfamousscandalous

   Antonymsanonymousobscureunknown