notoriety

//ˌnoʊ.təˈraɪ.ə.ti//
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Noun

notorietySingular
notorietiesPlural
1

The state of being famous or well-known for something bad or negative.

The criminal gained notoriety for his daring bank robberies.

2

A person or thing that is famous for something bad.

The abandoned building became a notoriety in the neighborhood due to its dangerous condition.