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Term: notorious

Description:

Notorious refers to someone or something that is widely known for their negative qualities, actions, or reputation. It is often used to describe people who are infamous or have gained a bad reputation due to their criminal activities, scandalous behavior, or controversial actions.

Sample Sentences:

Adjective sense:

1. John is a notorious criminal who has committed a series of high-profile robberies.
2. The company's CEO is notorious for his unethical business practices.

Noun sense:

1. The jury was aware of the defendant's notorious past during the trial.
2. The book recounts the life of the notorious serial killer, nicknamed "The Butcher".

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• Books about notorious criminals
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