Infamous and Respected

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Infamous

Infamous adjective - Not respectable.
Usage example: the infamous criminal who remains known only by the moniker of “Jack the Ripper”
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Respected is an antonym for infamous.
Nearby Words: infamy, infamously

Respected

Respected adjective - Having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge.
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Infamous is an antonym for respected.
Nearby Words: respectable, respectful, respectability, respective, respectably
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  • One of the most popular and respected bands in the modern metal scene, they take their name from the infamous Whitechapel murders committed by Jack the Ripper.
    Source: Music / Whitechapel
  • Music / Led Zeppelin They're widely respected for their superior musical abilities, eclectic tastes, and legendary concerts and well-known for their infamous exploits (such as the "shark episode"), among others.
    Source: Music / Led Zeppelin
  • Series / Chappelle's Show So Chappelle, who respected Brady very much, gave Brady a call to come onto the show, and they collaborated on that infamous Training Day parody.
    Source: Series / Chappelle's Show
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