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Obloquy
01
a false charge or a deliberately harmful misrepresentation of someone's words, actions, or character, intended to damage their reputation
Examples
The politician sued over the obloquy spread in the rival's campaign ads.
Social media can magnify obloquy, turning small disputes into public scandals.
02
a condition of public shame or disgrace brought on by widespread verbal abuse or condemnation
Examples
The collapse of the bridge left the construction firm in lasting obloquy.
He lived in obloquy after his role in the failed peace negotiations.
