obloquy

== English == === Alternative forms === obloquie (obsolete) === Etymology === From Late Latin obloquium (“contradiction”), from Latin obloquor (“speak against, contradict”). === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈɒbləˌkwi/, /ˈɔːbləˌkwi/ === Noun === obloquy (countable and uncountable, plural obloquies) Abusive language. Synonyms: abuse, defamation, insult Disgrace. Synonym: opprobrium (archaic) A false accusation; malevolent rumors. Synonyms: calumny, defamation, libel; see also Thesaurus:slander ==== Related terms ==== ==== Translations ====