afterfame
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/ˈæftərˌfeɪm/
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/ˈɑːftəˌfeɪm/
posthumous recognition
Etymology
Etymology Information
'afterfame' originates from the combination of 'after' and 'fame', where 'after' indicates a subsequent time and 'fame' refers to being well-known.
Historical Evolution
'Afterfame' is a modern English word formed by combining 'after' and 'fame'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'fame occurring after an event', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or condition of being famous after one's death.
The artist achieved afterfame, with his works gaining recognition only years after his passing.
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Last updated: 2025/05/26 05:21