The difference between Famous and Notorious
When used as adjectives, famous means well known, whereas notorious means widely known, especially for something negative.
Famous is also verb with the meaning: to make famous.
check bellow for the other definitions of Famous and Notorious
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Famous as an adjective:
Well known.
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Famous as an adjective:
In the public eye.
Examples:
"Some people are only famous within their city."
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Famous as a verb (transitive, obsolete):
To make famous; to bring renown to.
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Notorious as an adjective:
Widely known, especially for something negative; infamous.