noun
Uncommon
condemnation
kon-dehm-NAY-shuhn
Condemnation (noun) means Strong public criticism or disapproval of something. Example: “The scandal drew widespread condemnation from politicians.”
noun
1
Strong public criticism or disapproval of something.
"The scandal drew widespread condemnation from politicians."
2
The act of officially sentencing or declaring someone guilty.
"His condemnation was met with public outcry, as many believed he was innocent."
How to use condemnation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishStrong criticism or blame directed at something or someone.
Common pairings
widespread condemnation
draw condemnation
international condemnation
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Etymology
From Old French condempnacioun, from Latin condemnatio, related to condemnare ("to condemn").
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Rhymes for condemnation
region
ablation
allusion
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ideation
novation
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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.
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