C2
famously vs notoriously
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| famouslyadverb/ˈfeɪ.məs.li/ | Meaning in a way that many people know about, because of something well known | Goes with — | Example Paris is famously busy in summer, so book your hotel early. |
| notoriouslyadverb/noʊˈtɔːr.i.əs.li/ | Meaning in a way that is well known for being bad, difficult or unpleasant | Goes with notoriously difficult | Example Earthquakes are notoriously hard to predict, even with modern technology. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The court system is slow.