damning
1 synonym and 1 antonym for damning, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Strongly suggesting guilt or wrongdoing; hard to explain away.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
damnatory
Antonyms
How to use damning
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
damning evidence
damning report
damning indictment
Etymology
From Middle English dampnynge, formed from damn plus the -ing ending.
Full origin of damning →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.
