damnable
1 synonym for damnable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Extremely bad or deserving strong condemnation.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
execrable
Etymology
From Old French dampnable, from Latin damnabilis, built on the same root as "damn."
Full origin of damnable →Frequently asked questions
What does “damnable” mean?
The word “damnable” means extremely bad or deserving strong condemnation. In plain terms, so bad it deserves harsh condemnation — a strong, old-fashioned way of saying "terrible.".
How do you pronounce “damnable”?
“Damnable” is pronounced DAM-nuhbl (/ˈdæmnəbl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “damnable” in a sentence?
Here is “damnable” used in a sentence: “It was a damnable decision that cost thousands of jobs.”
What part of speech is “damnable”?
“Damnable” is an adjective.
Where does the word “damnable” come from?
The word “damnable” comes from Latin. From Old French dampnable, from Latin damnabilis, built on the same root as "damn.".
