condemnation
12 synonyms and 3 antonyms for condemnation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Strong public criticism or disapproval of something.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use condemnation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
widespread condemnation
draw condemnation
international condemnation
Etymology
From Old French condempnacioun, from Latin condemnatio, related to condemnare ("to condemn").
Full origin of condemnation →Frequently asked questions
What does “condemnation” mean?
The word “condemnation” means strong public criticism or disapproval of something. In plain terms, strong criticism or blame directed at something or someone.
How do you pronounce “condemnation”?
“Condemnation” is pronounced kon-dehm-NAY-shuhn (/ˌkɑndəmˈneɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “condemnation” in a sentence?
Here is “condemnation” used in a sentence: “The scandal drew widespread condemnation from politicians.”
What is another word for “condemnation”?
Words with a similar meaning to “condemnation” include attainder, attainture, attaintment, blame, censure and condemning.
What is the opposite of “condemnation”?
The opposite of “condemnation” — its antonyms — are approval, encouragement and praise.
What part of speech is “condemnation”?
“Condemnation” is a noun.
Where does the word “condemnation” come from?
The word “condemnation” comes from Latin. From Old French condempnacioun, from Latin condemnatio, related to condemnare ("to condemn").
Is “condemnation” a common word?
“Condemnation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
