odium

odi·um

noun \ˈō-dē-əm\

Definition of ODIUM

1

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

2

: hatred and condemnation accompanied by loathing or contempt : detestation

3

: disrepute or infamy attached to something : opprobrium

Examples of ODIUM

1. <time did nothing to diminish the odium in which the traitor lived out his days>

Origin of ODIUM

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

First Known Use: 1602

Related to ODIUM

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

Antonyms: esteem, honor, respect

Related Words: scandal; contempt, despite, disdain, scorn; deprecation, disapprobation, disapproval, disfavor; abasement, debasement, debasing, degradation, dust, humbling, humiliation; blot, brand, shadow, slur, smirch, spot, stain, stigma, taint

Near Antonyms: admiration, appreciation, estimation, regard; awe, fear, reverence; fame, glory, renown, repute

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Rhymes with ODIUM

podium, rhodium, sodium