INFAMY Synonyms
There are 4 hypernyms of the word infamy. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for INFAMY
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disgrace | nounn | |||||||
noun • a state of dishonor verb • bring shame or dishonor upon • reduce in worth or character, usually verbally • damage the reputation of | ||||||||
dishonor | nounn | |||||||
noun • a state of shame or disgrace • lacking honor or integrity verb • bring shame or dishonor upon • force (someone) to have sex against their will • refuse to accept | ||||||||
disrepute | nounn | |||||||
noun • the state of being held in low esteem | ||||||||
ignominy | nounn | |||||||
noun • a state of dishonor | ||||||||
notoriety | nounn | |||||||
noun • the state of being known for some unfavorable act or quality | ||||||||
scandal | nounn | |||||||
noun • disgraceful gossip about the private lives of other people • a disgraceful event | ||||||||
shame | nounn | |||||||
noun • a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt • a state of dishonor • an unfortunate development verb • bring shame or dishonor upon • compel through a sense of shame • cause to be ashamed • surpass or beat by a wide margin | ||||||||
opprobrium | nounn | |||||||
noun • state of disgrace resulting from public abuse • a state of extreme dishonor |