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The definition of opprobrious is something that is disrespectful or that expresses shame or disgrace.

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Harsh, scolding words or shouts delivered as part of a lecture are an example of words that would be described as opprobrious.
Being incredibly rude and refusing to engage in any of the polite social customs when you attend a wedding is an example of opprobrious behavior.

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See opprobrious in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

expressing opprobrium; abusive; disrespectful
Now Rare deserving opprobrium; disgraceful

Origin: ME < LL opprobriosus

Related Forms:

opprobriously adverb
opprobriousness noun

See opprobrious in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Expressing contemptuous reproach; scornful or abusive: opprobrious epithets.
Bringing disgrace; shameful or infamous: opprobrious conduct.

Related Forms:

op·proˈbri·ous·ly adverb

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