Fame synonyms | Best 90 synonyms for fame

In the public eye.

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The quality or state of being popular; especially, the state of being esteemed by, or of being in favor with, the people at large; good will or favor proceeding from the people; as, the popularity of a law, statesman, or a book.

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acclaim

(Poetic) An acclamation; a shout of applause.

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renown

Great fame or reputation; celebrity

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public esteem

Illustrious and widespread reputation

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elevation

Elevation is defined as the height above the ground or other surface, or a place or position of height.

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estimation

The act or an instance of estimating:

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prestige

Reputation based on brilliance of achievement, character, etc.; renown

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celebrity

One who is widely known and of great popular interest.

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glory

Honour, admiration, or distinction, accorded by common consent to a person or thing; high reputation; renown.

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eminence

Eminence is defined as a high, lofty place, or superiority in position.

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renowned

Famous, celebrated, or well-known.

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note

A cry or call, as of a bird

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Ã©clat

Illustrious and widespread reputation

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greatness

The state, condition, or quality of being great; as, greatness of size, greatness of mind, power, etc.

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repute

A good reputation:

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stardom

Stars of films, TV, etc., collectively

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reputation

Reputation is the way you are viewed by people and by your community and the way these people think of you.

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prominence

Prominence is the state of being important, being famous or being obvious.

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famed (related)

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recognition

Acknowledgement that something was authorized to be done; the acknowledgement of someone’s or something’s rank or status, especially the diplomatic recognition of another country; a subjecting to income tax, under the federal income tax laws. See also realization.

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celebrated

Known and praised widely; noted.

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notable

Characterized by excellence or distinction; eminent:

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distinction

That which distinguishes; a single occurrence of a determining factor or feature, the fact of being divided; separation, discrimination.

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name

A reputation:

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position

The place where a person or thing is, esp. in relation to others; location; situation; site

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one's hour in the sun

Illustrious and widespread reputation

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regard

Careful thought or attention; heed:

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limelight

Limelight is defined as being in the spotlight or in the center of attention.

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character

(Informal) A person or individual, especially one who is unknown or raises suspicions.

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notoriety

The quality or state of being notorious

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publicity

Publicity is information or news provided in order to gain public or media attention for a person, event or place.

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acclaimed

Greatly praised or lauded, revered, highly respected.

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honor

Reputation for chastity

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success

The achievement of one's aim or goal. [from 16th c.]

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famousness

The condition of being famous; fame

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illustriousness

The state of being illustrious

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preeminence

The status of being preeminent, dominant or ascendant.

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rep

A dosage of any ionizing radiation that will produce upon absorption in living tissues a rise in energy equal to that produced by one roentgen of X-ray or gamma-ray radiation

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kudos

Credit or praise for an achievement; glory; fame

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luster

A lustrum, quinquennium, a period of five years, originally the interval between Roman censuses

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report

A formal account of the proceedings or transactions of a group:

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knowledge (related)

Familiarity, awareness, or understanding gained through experience or study:

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infamy (antonym)

(Law) Loss of character and of certain civil rights sustained by a person convicted of an infamous crime

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legendary (related)

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ignominy (antonym)

An instance or source of this:

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esteem

(Archaic) Judgment; opinion.

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credit

The amount of money remaining in a bank account, etc.

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dignity

The respect and honor associated with an important position.

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rank

(Music) stop

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account

A reason, grounds, consideration, motive.

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splendor

Magnificent appearance or display; grandeur.

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standing

Continuance in time; duration:

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place-in-the-sun

Recognition, fame.

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notice

The act of noting or observing; perception or attention:

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laurels

Honors. From the Ancient Greek practice of crowning victors with a branch from the laurel bush, sacred to Apollo.

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station

The definition of station is a place where a particular event occurs or is headquartered, or a company involved in broadcasting.

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place

A region of a land.

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consequence

Importance in rank or position:

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one's fifteen minutes

Illustrious and widespread reputation

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public favor

Illustrious and widespread reputation

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rÃ©clame (French)

Reputation

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hearsay

Information that was heard by one person about another

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august

Inspiring awe and reverence; imposing and magnificent

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classic

The definition of classic is someone or something of the highest rank, that acts as a stable model or standards, has lasting worth, is typical or relates to ancient Greece or Rome.

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distinguished

Celebrated, well-known or eminent because of past achievements; prestigious

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eminent

Projecting; prominent; protruding

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fabled

Unreal; fictitious

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infamous

The definition of infamous describes a person who has done terrible things and is known for a bad reputation.

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leonine

Resembling or suggestive of a lion, as in being powerful or dignified.

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noted

Famous; well known because of one's reputation; celebrated.

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notorious

Widely known, especially for something bad; infamous.

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prominent

Widely known; eminent:

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reputable

The definition of reputable is someone or something that is considered good or reliable.

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storied

(Archaic) Ornamented with designs showing scenes as from history

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venerable

The definition of venerable is respected or honored, or in the Catholic faith it can also mean someone who is considered holy and who may be considered for sainthood.

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luminary

In astrology, one of the brightest celestial objects, such as the sun, moon, or bright planets.

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notability

A prominent or notable person.

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rumor

(Uncountable) Information or misinformation of the kind contained in such claims.

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stature

Development, growth, or level of attainment, esp. as worthy of esteem