Fame
/feɪm/
Definitions
Widespread recognition and renown, often for achievement or merit.
/feɪm/
The state of being known or talked about by many people.
The singer's fame grew rapidly after her debut album.
💡 Simply: When lots of people know about you because you did something amazing, like winning a game or making a great song! It's like being a superhero everyone's heard of.
👶 For kids: Being famous means lots of people know who you are because you're really good at something!
More Examples
He craved fame and fortune.
She was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
How It's Used
"The actor achieved international fame after starring in a blockbuster movie."
"Her name has gone down in history, preserved in fame as a queen."
"The athlete aspired for fame within his profession."
Idioms & expressions
a claim to fame
Something that someone is known or remembered for.
"His claim to fame was that he invented the pizza."
rise to fame
The process of becoming famous.
"Her rise to fame was meteoric after her talent was discovered."
Hall of Fame
A building or institution that recognizes and honors people who have achieved fame and success in a particular field.
"The athlete was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame."
From Old French *fame* 'reputation, renown', from Latin *fama* 'report, rumor, reputation'.
Used since the 12th century, 'fame' originally referred to a good reputation or public opinion. It evolved to encompass both positive and sometimes negative public recognition.
Memory tip
Imagine a *flame* that spreads and lights up the world, just like fame.
Word Origin
"report, rumor, reputation"