opprobium — harsh criticism or censure; public disgrace arising from someone's shameful conduct
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: harsh criticism or censure; public disgrace arising from someone's shameful conduct
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈproʊbriəm/
Korean meaning: 혹독한 비난, 비방; 수치스러운 행동으로 인한 공개적 치욕
Korean pronunciation: 어**프로**브리엄
Example Sentences
- The CEO's massive bonus during layoffs brought swift opprobrium from employees.
- After posting that embarrassing dance video, he faced the opprobrium of the entire internet.
- The judge's lenient sentence attracted widespread opprobrium from victims' families.
opprobium
NOUN//əˈproʊbriəm//
harsh criticism or censure; public disgrace arising from someone's shameful conduct
a person in disheveled clothes stands with head hanging down in shame while pointing fingers surround them from all directions. Their posture shows complete defeat and humiliation as they try to shield themselves from the judgment. The crowd of townspeople has gathered around them with angry expressions and accusatory gestures. Some people shake their fists while others turn away in disgust from the shameful figure. The scene shows other community members whispering and gossiping in the background. harsh criticism and public disgrace arising from shameful conduct
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin opprobrium, meaning 'reproach' or 'disgrace.' The word literally meant 'something cast against someone' in the sense of public shame or dishonor.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The CEO's massive bonus during layoffs brought swift opprobrium from employees.”
“After posting that embarrassing dance video, he faced the opprobrium of the entire internet.”
“The judge's lenient sentence attracted widespread opprobrium from victims' families.”
“His attempt to blame his cat for eating his homework earned him the opprobrium of his professor.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related
Want to master 19,000+ words?
Sign up free for flashcards & quizzes.