op'probriously

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opprobrious (əˈprəʊbrɪəs) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj
1.  expressing scorn, disgrace, or contempt
2.  shameful or infamous
 
op'probriously
 
adv
 
op'probriousness
 
n

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