Search
Select the dictionary language
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.
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.
