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OBLOQUY Synonyms

There are 13 synonyms of the word obloquy. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the word obloquy. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for OBLOQUY

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opprobrium
nounn
noun

• state of disgrace resulting from public abuse

• a state of extreme dishonor

discredit
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the state of being held in low esteem

verb

• cause to be distrusted or disbelieved

• damage the reputation of

• reject as false; refuse to accept

disgrace
nounn
noun

• a state of dishonor

verb

• bring shame or dishonor upon

• reduce in worth or character, usually verbally

• damage the reputation of

ignominy
nounn
noun

• a state of dishonor

infamy
nounn
noun

• a state of extreme dishonor

• evil fame or public reputation

reproach
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a mild rebuke or criticism

• disgrace or shame

verb

• express criticism towards

shame
nounn
noun

• a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt

• a state of dishonor

• an unfortunate development

verb

• bring shame or dishonor upon

• compel through a sense of shame

• cause to be ashamed

• surpass or beat by a wide margin

defamation
nounn
noun

• a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions

• an abusive attack on a person's character or good name

calumniation
nounn
noun

• a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions

calumny
nounn
noun

• a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions

• an abusive attack on a person's character or good name

insult
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a rude expression intended to offend or hurt

• a deliberately offensive act or something producing the effect of deliberate disrespect

verb

• treat, mention, or speak to rudely

traducement
nounn
noun

• a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions

hatchet job
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions

Best Hypernyms For OBLOQUY

Here is a list of related hypernyms for obloquy, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (6)
depreciation derogation disgrace disparagement ignominy shame

Alternatives for OPPROBRIUM

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