01 a. Generally known and talked of by the public; universally believed to be true; manifest to the world; evident; -- usually in an unfavorable …
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Generally known and talked of by the public; universally believed to be true; manifest to the world; evident; -- usually in an unfavorable sense; as, a notorious thief; a notorious crime or vice.“Your goodness, Since you provoke me, shall be most notorious.” — Shak.
Syn.
Distinguished; remarkable; conspicuous; celebrated; noted; famous; renowned.