notorious

Definition

  • adjective: well-known or famous especially for something bad
  • adjective: generally known and talked of
  • synonyms: abominable, acclaimed, arrant

Examples

  • The coach is 'notorious' for his violent outbursts.

  • The weather is 'notoriously' difficult to predict.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) a simple doctor do... to help the head of the Lugash Secret Police? A simple doctor, nothing. But the notorious Phantom, oh, he could do quite a bit. For instance? I want your cooperation in, uh, recovering the Pink Panther. The Fat Man seems to think (..)
    1975 The Return of the Pink Panther
  • (..) thief is an Englishman. How do you know that? It is my business to know that. He is Sir Charles Phantom, the notorious Litton. The Phantom? Yes, one and the same. His calling card. Four years ago, Sir Charles suddenly vanished. (..)
    1975 The Return of the Pink Panther