fame

UK
/feɪm/
US
/feɪm/

Translations

famenoun
fames
pl
She achieved fame after her first novel became a bestseller.
Она достигла славы после того, как ее первый роман стал бестселлером.
fameverb
famed
Past Simple
famed
Past Participle
faming
Gerund
UK
/feɪm/
US
/feɪm/
Archaic or literary transitive verb meaning “to make famous”.
fameadjective
more fame
Comp.
most fame
Super.
Attributive use of the noun when placed before another noun (e.g., “fame culture”).

Definitions

famenoun
The state of being known or recognized by many people due to one's achievements, skills, or qualities.
The actor achieved worldwide fame after starring in the blockbuster movie.
Public report or rumor about a person, event, or circumstance; reputation that is talked about.
There was fame throughout the realm that the king would abdicate.
fameverb
To make or cause to become famous; to celebrate or proclaim widely.
Medieval ballads famed the knight’s bravery far and wide.
fameadjective
Attributive: relating to or associated with fame.
He enrolled in a fame school for aspiring actors.