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US/noʊˈtɔːr.i.əs/
UK/nəʊˈtɔː.ri.əs/
famous for something bad
In context
The city is notorious for its heavy traffic and long delays.
He was a notorious criminal who escaped from prison twice.
The notorious restaurant critic once closed a famous kitchen with one review.
Words that go with notorious
adjective + preposition
- notorious forThe road is notorious for accidents in the rain.
- notorious asHe became notorious as a cheat in business.
adjective + noun
- notorious criminalPolice finally caught the notorious criminal.
- notorious reputationThe club has a notorious reputation among local parents.
- notorious caseIt was the most notorious case in the town's history.
- notorious gangA notorious gang controlled the port for years.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The singer is notorious for her beautiful voice.Correct: The singer is famous for her beautiful voice.