Fame
/ˈfeɪm/
Definitions
- (n.) The public reputation or renown of a person, often considered in defamation or privacy law contexts.
The plaintiff claimed damages for harm to her fame caused by false statements.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, fame primarily relates to reputation and privacy rights, especially concerning defamation and the right of publicity.
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