opprobrium

Meanings

• noun

  public disapproval, shame, or disgrace

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Synonyms

curse , obloquy , blame , castigation , censure , defamation , derision , invective , libel , reproach , revilement , scolding , signifying , tirade , upbraiding , vilification , vituperation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with opprobrium
probrium , proprium

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Variants

List of all variants of opprobrium that leads to same result
opprobrium , opprobriums , term of opprobrium

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Etymology

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from Latin opprobrium, from ob- 'against' + probo 'approve, praise'; meaning 'reproach, disgrace, shame'

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Trivia

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1. The word 'opprobrium' has been used in the titles of several literary works, including 'The Opprobrium of the Ages' by Thomas de Quincey and 'The Opprobrium of the Cross' by Thomas Moore.

2. In ancient Rome, 'opprobrium' was a form of punishment where the offender was forced to wear a sign of disgrace, such as a pig's head or a donkey's ear, in public.

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Related Concepts

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1. reproach: A verbal expression of disapproval or criticism.

2. disgrace: A state of shame or dishonor.

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Culture

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In literature, 'opprobrium' is often used to describe the negative attention or criticism that a character faces. For example, in Shakespeare's 'Othello', Iago's lies and manipulations lead to 'opprobrium' for Othello, ultimately resulting in his downfall.

How to Memorize "opprobrium"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a crowd booing and shouting disapproval to remember the meaning of 'opprobrium'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate 'opprobrium' with the feeling of shame or disgrace to remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'opprobrium' to remember its meaning: 'Opposition Puts People Before Righteous Indignation Underneath Much Public Insult'.

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