Opprobrious Definition

Expressing strong criticism, scorn, or public disgrace; shamefully reproachful or contemptuous.

Rarely used in modern English, mostly found in literary or formal contexts.

Opprobrious is an adjective.

Opprobrious Synonyms

contemptuous , derogatory , disparaging , reproachful , scornful

How To Use Opprobrious In A Sentence

  1. The critic’s opprobrious remarks shocked everyone at the ceremony.
  2. He was subjected to opprobrious treatment by his rivals.
  3. The opprobrious language in the debate offended many listeners.
  4. She responded calmly despite the opprobrious accusations.
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