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OPPROBRIOUS
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
(used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame
Example:
a shameful display of cowardice
Synonyms:
black; disgraceful; ignominious; inglorious; opprobrious; shameful
Classified under:
Similar:
dishonorable; dishonourable (lacking honor or integrity; deserving dishonor)
Derivation:
opprobrium (a state of extreme dishonor)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Expressing offensive reproach
Synonyms:
abusive; opprobrious; scurrilous
Classified under:
Similar:
offensive (causing anger or annoyance)
