Definition

Not known or recognized by many people; lacking fame.

Example

The artist remained fameless despite his talent and hard work.

Conversation

Have you noticed how many artists are fameless these days?

Yeah, it's interesting how talent doesn't always equal fame.

I think some of them prefer to stay fameless and just create for the love of it.

Definitely! It's refreshing to see genuine passion without the spotlight.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fameless → It is formed from "fame" (from Latin *fama*, meaning reputation or renown) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "fameless" means without fame or lacking a reputation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fame' as reputation and remember that 'fameless' means lacking that reputation.

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