fame
Translation
fame, renown, reputation
Examples
She moved to Hollywood in search of fame.
She moved to Hollywood in search of fame.
The city's fame grew over the years.
The city's fame grew over the years.
He achieved fame as a writer.
He achieved fame as a writer.
Grammar Patterns
((for sth.)) the state of being known for (sth.) The city is known for its fame in art.
Similar Words
Synonyms: renown, celebrity, prestige; Antonyms: obscurity, anonymity
Etymology
From Latin 'fama', meaning 'talk, rumour, report, reputation'.
Memory Tips
Think of the adjective 'famous'. Fame is the noun form; it's what a famous person has.