1. famous or well-known for something bad or undesirable

Examples

• The notorious criminal was finally captured after years on the run.
• That restaurant is notorious for its terrible service.
• He became notorious for his rude behavior at meetings.
• The notorious dictator ruled with an iron fist.
• She’s notorious for being late to every appointment.
• The company has a notorious reputation for treating employees poorly.
• The notorious gang controlled several neighborhoods in the city.