Obloquy

Synonyms of obloquy

• slander
• calumny
• vituperation

Antonyms of obloquy

• praise
• acclaim
• commendation

Collocations of obloquy

public obloquy

Frequency: 70 %

The scandal brought public obloquy upon the company.

harsh obloquy

Frequency: 45 %

Her actions were met with harsh obloquy from the media.

political obloquy

Frequency: 40 %

The scandal led to political obloquy and public outcry.

deserved obloquy

Frequency: 30 %

The politician faced deserved obloquy for his corrupt practices.

unjust obloquy

Frequency: 25 %

She felt the weight of unjust obloquy for a crime she didn't commit.

Idiomatic Expressions for obloquy

• Phrase: heap obloquy upon
  Meaning: to subject someone to severe public criticism or blame
  Usage: The company's decision to lay off employees quickly led to the public heaping obloquy upon its CEO.