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Opprobrium
01
severe criticism or public condemnation, often directed at someone's actions or behavior that is considered shameful or disgraceful
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Examples
The politician faced widespread opprobrium after being caught in a corruption scandal, tarnishing his reputation irreparably.
02
public disgrace arising from shameful conduct
Examples
The opprobrium of the corruption scandal followed him long after he left office.
