Difference between Opprobrium and Obloquy

What is the difference between Opprobrium and Obloquy?

Opprobrium as a noun is disgrace arising from exceedingly shameful conduct; ignominy. while Obloquy as a noun is abusive language

Opprobrium

Part of speech: noun

Definition: Disgrace arising from exceedingly shameful conduct; ignominy. Scornful reproach or contempt A cause of shame or disgrace.

Obloquy

Part of speech: noun

Definition: Abusive languageDisgrace suffered from abusive languageOne who denies or disputes

We hope you now know whether to use Opprobrium or Obloquy in your sentence.

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