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Fame Definition & Meaning

fame
noun
  1. the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed
  2. favorable public reputation

"Fame" in song lyrics

See how fame is used in real songs:

  • "And fallacies, taught to praise stars and seek fame"
    1200 Techniques — Eye of the Storm
  • "Bringing us down to boost their fame"
    2 Live Crew — Banned in the U.S.A.
  • "For the better of myself, and not the fame"
    2 Live Crew — Here I Come

Words that rhyme with fame

Usage tips for "fame"

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Frequently asked questions

What does fame mean?
the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed favorable public reputation
What part of speech is fame?
Fame is a noun.
How many definitions does fame have?
Fame has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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