Notoriously
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /nəˈtɔːɹɪəsli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Notoriously is an adverb meaning In a notorious or notable manner; as is commonly known.
Meaning
In a notorious or notable manner; as is commonly known.
Example Sentences
Orton himself notoriously defaced library books before starting to write books himself.
The Hempshocks' sheep were notoriously the finest for miles around: shaggy-coated and intelligent (for sheep), with curling horns and sharp hooves.
Jointed track will be replaced, with standard ballast instead of shingle beneath, to stabilise the rails and improve the notoriously dreadful ride quality.
Johnson's contract expires in November, and four weeks as memorable for scandals off the pitch as any achievements on it will do little to appease the notoriously twitchy committee-men at the Rugby Football Union.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include grossly, drastically, extremely, strikingly, obviously, dramatically.
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