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fame

[feɪm]

fame Definition

  • 1the state of being known or recognized by many people because of your achievements, skills, etc.
  • 2the quality of being widely talked about or written about in newspapers, magazines, etc.

Using fame: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fame" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She achieved fame as a singer at a young age.

  • Example

    The actor's sudden rise to fame was surprising.

  • Example

    The athlete's fame brought him many endorsement deals.

  • Example

    The artist's work gained international fame after being exhibited in Paris.

fame Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using fame

  • famous or well-known, often used to describe someone who is constantly in the media spotlight

    Example

    As a politician, she knew that she would always be in the public eye.

  • to become famous or well-known for something

    Example

    He made a name for himself as a successful entrepreneur.

  • one's claim to fame

    something that makes one famous or noteworthy

    Example

    Her claim to fame was winning the gold medal at the Olympics.

Phrases with fame

  • 15 minutes of fame

    a short-lived period of celebrity or notoriety

    Example

    The reality TV star enjoyed her 15 minutes of fame before fading into obscurity.

  • fifteen minutes of fame

    same as '15 minutes of fame'

    Example

    The internet meme gave him his fifteen minutes of fame.

  • a group of people who have been very successful in a particular field and are honored for their achievements

    Example

    He was inducted into the basketball hall of fame after a long and successful career.

Origins of fame

from Old French 'fame', from Latin 'fama', meaning 'report, rumor'

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Summary: fame in Brief

The term 'fame' [feɪm] refers to the state of being widely known or recognized due to one's achievements or skills. It can also refer to the quality of being talked about or written about in the media. Examples include 'She achieved fame as a singer at a young age' and 'The artist's work gained international fame after being exhibited in Paris.' The phrase '15 minutes of fame' denotes a short-lived period of celebrity, while 'in the public eye' describes someone who is constantly in the media spotlight.

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