Notoriety (noun)

The state of being well known for something, especially for something bad; fame, reputation.

Origin:

From french notorieté, from latin notorietās, from notorius ("notoriou.s")

Examples:

  1. He gained notoriety for his outrageous behavior.
  2. The company achieved notoriety for its unethical business practices.
  3. The criminal became notorious for his string of burglaries.
  4. She gained notoriety for her controversial statements.
  5. The artist's work gained notoriety for its bold and provocative nature.
Some random words: preservationist, ethereal, speculation