infamy
/ˈɪnfəmi/
in · fa · my
ˈɪn · fə · mi
English Definition
n. the state of being well known for a bad quality or deed
Significado en Español
infamia
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
tiếng xấu, sự ô nhục
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
in- (bad) + fama (reputation) → infamy, bad reputation.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
The dictator''s rule was characterized by corruption and ____.
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A
honor
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B
infamy
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C
fame
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D
glory
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B — infamy.
“infamy” means n. the state of being well known for a bad quality or deed
Common questions about “infamy”
What does “infamy” mean?
infamy — n. the state of being well known for a bad quality or deed. In Chinese: n. 恶名，声名狼藉.
How do you pronounce “infamy”?
infamy is pronounced /ˈɪnfəmi/. It breaks into 3 syllables: in · fa · my.
Is “infamy” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. infamy appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “infamy”?
in- (bad) + fama (reputation) → infamy, bad reputation.
