obloquy

Definition

Abusive language.

Etymology

From Late Latin obloquium (“contradiction”), from Latin obloquor (“speak against, contradict”).

Example Sentences

• "It is surprising, therefore, that this philosophy, which, in almost every instance, must be harmless and innocent, should be the subject of so much groundless reproach and obloquy."
• "Slowly her thoughts reverted to herself; the blood rushed to her brow. What would she be to-morrow? the mark for obloquy and ridicule! disgraced, and for what? to minister to the wretched vanity of one whom she loathed even more than she scorned."
• "The Territory suffered in consequence, and once more a storm of obloquy was cast upon her."