Latin · root
fama
report, rumor
Words sharing this root
defamationHarm to someone's reputation through false statements.defamatoryHarming someone's reputation through false or injurious statements.defameDamage people's reputations by making false statements about them.famousKnown by many people.infamousWell known for something bad or disgraceful.infamyThe state of being widely known for evil or disgraceful actions.