The difference between Opprobrium and Reproach

When used as nouns, opprobrium means disgrace arising from exceedingly shameful conduct, whereas reproach means a mild rebuke, or an implied criticism.

Reproach is also verb with the meaning: to criticize or rebuke someone.

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  1. Opprobrium as a noun:

    Disgrace arising from exceedingly shameful conduct; ignominy.

  2. Opprobrium as a noun:

    Scornful reproach or contempt.

  3. Opprobrium as a noun:

    A cause of shame or disgrace.

  1. Reproach as a noun:

    A mild rebuke, or an implied criticism.

  2. Reproach as a noun:

    Disgrace or shame.

  1. Reproach as a verb:

    To criticize or rebuke someone.

  2. Reproach as a verb:

    To disgrace, or bring shame upon someone.

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