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notoriously

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adverbial notoriously has 1 sense
  1. notoriously - to a notorious degree; "European emigres, who notoriously used to repair to the British Museum to write seditious pamphlets"

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Term: notoriously


Description:

Notoriously is an adverb that describes something or someone being widely and well-known, typically for something negative, infamous, or scandalous.


Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

- In a way that is widely known for something negative or infamous.

Example: The town's mayor was notoriously corrupt.


Sense 2:

- In a way that is widely known for something scandalous or disreputable.

Example: She is notoriously known for her turbulent love affairs.


Sense 3:

- In a way that is widely known for its difficulty or challenge.

Example: The notoriously difficult crossword puzzle took me hours to solve.


Sense 4:

- In a way that is widely known or popular among a particular group or local community.

Example: This restaurant is notoriously famous among the locals for its authentic cuisine.


Sense 5:

- In a way that is widely known for its notoriety or infamy.

Example: The band notoriously caused chaos during their wild tour.


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