odium

noun odi·um \ˈō-dē-əm\

Definition of ODIUM

: the state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance

: hatred and condemnation accompanied by loathing or contempt : detestation

: disrepute or infamy attached to something : opprobrium

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Latin, hatred, from odisse to hate; akin to Old English atol terrible, Greek odyssasthai to be angry

First Known Use: 1602

Synonyms: discredit, disesteem, dishonor, disrepute, ignominy, infamy, obloquy, disgrace, opprobrium, reproach, shame

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