OPPROBRIOUS
Scrabble letter values: O1P3P3R1O1B3R1I1O1U1S1 = 17
Definition
- adjective expressing offensive reproach. — synonyms: abusive, scurrilous
- adjective (used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame. — synonyms: black, disgraceful, ignominious, inglorious, shameful
Examples
- “Man...has written one of his blackest records as a destroyer on the oceanic islands- Rachel Carson”
- “an ignominious retreat”
- “inglorious defeat”