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Obloquy Definition & Meaning

obloquy
noun
  1. state of disgrace resulting from public abuse
  2. a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions

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  • "And thou, the author of their obloquy,"
    William Shakespeare — The Rape of Lucrece

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Frequently asked questions

What does obloquy mean?
state of disgrace resulting from public abuse a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions
What part of speech is obloquy?
Obloquy is a noun.
How many definitions does obloquy have?
Obloquy has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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