opprobrium

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/əˈprəʊ.bri.əm/
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Severe public criticism and blame.
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Examples

  • The minister faced public opprobrium.
  • The attack brought international opprobrium.
  • The decision drew widespread opprobrium.
  • The paper heaped opprobrium on the company.
  • She endured the opprobrium of her peers.

Similar words

condemnation
censure
public disgrace

Meanings

Public condemnation

noun
criticism
formal
Names harsh disapproval directed at a person or group, especially by many people.

Examples

  • The decision drew widespread opprobrium.
  • The minister faced public opprobrium.
  • The attack brought international opprobrium.
  • She endured the opprobrium of her peers.
  • The paper heaped opprobrium on the company.

Similar words

condemnation
censure
public disgrace

Etymology

From Latin opprobrium, disgrace, based on probrum, a disgraceful act.

FAQ

What does opprobrium mean?

Opprobrium means severe public blame or condemnation.

When is opprobrium used?

It often follows a scandal, decision, or harmful act.

How does opprobrium differ from criticism?

Criticism can be mild; opprobrium is strongly disapproving and public.

How is opprobrium used in a sentence?

The decision drew widespread opprobrium.

Is opprobrium formal?

Yes, it is formal and uncountable.

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