infamy
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British pronunciation
/ˈɪnfəmi/

Definition & Meaning of "infamy"

Infamy
01

a very wrong and evil act

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The act of child exploitation and trafficking carried out by the criminal network was an act of infamy that shocked the world.
The dictator 's brutal massacre of innocent civilians will forever be remembered as an infamy.
02

the state of having a very bad public reputation

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The actor's involvement in a scandalous affair brought him infamy and damaged his public image.
The controversial decision made by the judge resulted in widespread infamy, as it was seen as a miscarriage of justice.
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