famous

A thing or a person who is famous is well known. Many people know about the thing or the person.

• There are many famous places to visit in New York.
• You might also see some famous people as you walk around the city.
• Jennifer Lopez is a famous actress.
• Brad Pitt is a famous actor.
• Barack Obama is a very famous person because he’s the President of the United States.
• The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous landmarks in the world.

The Eiffel Tower

The word "fame" is a noun:

• The young man was unable to manage his sudden fame.
• Some people would rather have fame over money.
• George Clooney uses his fame to raise money for people who are sick and need help.

The word "infamous" is used to describe the activities of a person who does something that’s very, very bad.

• Al Capone was an infamous criminal.
• His infamy spread throughout the world. (The word "infamy" is a noun.)
• Infamous war ciminals are often eventually found, tried, and punished.

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February 6, 2015