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damning

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Adj — Strongly suggesting guilt or wrongdoing; hard to explain away.

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Etymology

From Middle English dampnynge, formed from damn plus the -ing ending.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “damning” mean?

The word “damning” means strongly suggesting guilt or wrongdoing; hard to explain away. In plain terms, describes evidence or facts so bad they make someone look clearly guilty.

How do you pronounce “damning”?

“Damning” is pronounced DA-mihng (/ˈdæmɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “damning” in a sentence?

Here is “damning” used in a sentence: “The email was damning evidence that he had lied to investors.”

What part of speech is “damning”?

Depending on how it is used, “damning” can be an adjective and a noun.

Where does the word “damning” come from?

The word “damning” comes from Middle English. From Middle English dampnynge, formed from damn plus the -ing ending.

How many meanings does “damning” have?

“Damning” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: strongly suggesting guilt or wrongdoing; hard to explain away.

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