Obloquy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɒbləˌkwi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Obloquy is a noun meaning Abusive language.
Meaning
Abusive language.
More Meanings
- Disgrace.
- (archaic) A false accusation; malevolent rumors.
Example Sentences
The Territory suffered in consequence, and once more a storm of obloquy was cast upon her.
Her death I could have born, but the death of her honour has added obloquy and shame to that sorrow which bends my grey hairs to the dust!
“Can't you understand that love without confidence is a worthless thing—and that had you trusted me I would have borne any obloquy with you.[…]”
His name undoubtedly stands very high in the present age, and will in all probability go down to posterity with more or less of renown or obloquy.
Word Forms
- obloquies
- obloquie
Synonyms for obloquy
Depending on context, synonyms include abuse, defamation, insult, opprobrium, calumny, libel.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include opprobrium, traducement, calumny, defamation, odium, obloquoy.
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