noun · Medium SAT word

    Notoriety

    infamy; the state of being known for some unfavorable act or quality

    Notoriety in a sentence

    The criminal gained notoriety for his elaborate bank heists.

    Synonyms for notoriety

    • infamy
    • disgrace
    • notability

    Antonyms for notoriety

    • honor
    • respect
    • renown

    Practice notoriety on real SAT questions

    Vocabulary like notoriety appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

    Related SAT vocabulary

    SAT® is a trademark registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse, this product.