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Opprobrium

Definition

(formal) A state of public shame or disgrace, often resulting from a person's actions being widely condemned or disapproved of. Typically used to describe severe social disapproval or censure, often in a formal or official context.

Example Sentences

1The politician faced widespread opprobrium for her handling of the crisis, leading to calls for her resignation.
2The company's involvement in the scandal brought opprobrium upon its entire industry, damaging public trust.
3Throughout history, many social reformers have faced opprobrium for challenging established norms and advocating for change.
4The artist's decision to use a provocative medium sparked opprobrium among conservative critics, who deemed the work obscene.
5In some cultures, divorce is still viewed with opprobrium, and those who undergo it may face social ostracism.

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