opprobrious (Meaning)
opprobrious (s)
expressing offensive reproach
(used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame
opprobrious (a.)
Expressive of opprobrium; attaching disgrace; reproachful; scurrilous; as, opprobrious language.
Infamous; despised; rendered hateful; as, an opprobrious name.
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opprobrious Sentence Examples
- The politician's opprobrious comments sparked widespread outrage and condemnation.
- The corporation was subjected to opprobrious attacks for its unethical labor practices.
- The newspaper article was full of opprobrious gossip and innuendo.
- The teenager was labeled with an opprobrious nickname that followed her throughout high school.
- The actor faced opprobrious criticism for his portrayal of a controversial character.
- The government's opprobrious tax policy was met with fierce resistance from the public.
- The judge delivered an opprobrious speech sentencing the criminal to a lengthy prison term.
- The religious leader was accused of making opprobrious statements that undermined faith.
- The researcher's opprobrious findings challenged long-held beliefs and triggered a scientific controversy.
- The athlete's opprobrious behavior on the field resulted in a public outcry and the loss of sponsorships.
FAQs About the word opprobrious
expressing offensive reproach, (used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shameExpressive of opprobrium; attaching disgrace; reproachful;
outrageous, offensive, insulting,abusive, obscene, vituperative, nasty, filthy, vituperatory, vitriolic
respectful, temperate, respectful, temperate,moderate, civil, moderate, deferential, deferential, civil
The politician's opprobrious comments sparked widespread outrage and condemnation.
The corporation was subjected to opprobrious attacks for its unethical labor practices.
The newspaper article was full of opprobrious gossip and innuendo.
The teenager was labeled with an opprobrious nickname that followed her throughout high school.
