What does infamy mean?
Infamy means The state of being infamous..
Infamy
/ˈɪnfəmi/ · noun
Meaning
The state of being infamous..
Definitions by Sense
- The state of being infamous.
- A reprehensible occurrence or situation.
- (law) A stigma attaching to a person's character that disqualifies them from being a witness.
Example Sentences
... but the cars of chaste women have either coverings thrown over them, or white sheets hung over; for instance, on the cars of the female part of the family of the deceased Nawabs Khanduran and Muzaffar Khan, there used generally to be fastened thick dirty white cloths, and in like manner also on their palanquins—although one brother was the chief treasurer, and the other a commander of seven thousand men. And most assuredly this is a requirement of modesty; for one whose palanquin or cart is turned out with much splendour, verily the idea comes to the minds of the sight-seers and common people, that in it there must be some lovely one, bright as the morning, the envy of the fairies. Hence, for the cars or palanquins for women to ride in to be greatly embroidered is, in the opinion of certain men of standing, who are worthy to be trusted, of great infamy.
Yesterday, December seventh, 1941, a date which will live in infamy, the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.
All for a pig of a man who should have gone to the chair. It is an infamy that he did not.
Synonyms for infamy
Antonyms for infamy
Related Words
Word Forms
- infamies
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for infamy?
Common synonyms include disgrace, dishonor, ignominy, notoriety.
What is the opposite of infamy?
Possible antonyms include renown, celebrity, fame.
How do you use infamy in a sentence?
... but the cars of chaste women have either coverings thrown over them, or white sheets hung over; for instance, on the cars of the female part of the family of the deceased Nawabs Khanduran and Muzaffar Khan, there used generally to be fastened thick dirty white cloths, and in like manner also on their palanquins—although one brother was the chief treasurer, and the other a commander of seven thousand men. And most assuredly this is a requirement of modesty; for one whose palanquin or cart is turned out with much splendour, verily the idea comes to the minds of the sight-seers and common people, that in it there must be some lovely one, bright as the morning, the envy of the fairies. Hence, for the cars or palanquins for women to ride in to be greatly embroidered is, in the opinion of certain men of standing, who are worthy to be trusted, of great infamy.
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