noun
damnation
dam-NAY-shuhn
Damnation (noun) means Eternal punishment, especially in a religious sense; the state of being condemned. Example: “The preacher warned of eternal damnation for the unrepentant.”
noun
1
Eternal punishment, especially in a religious sense; the state of being condemned.
"The preacher warned of eternal damnation for the unrepentant."
interjection
1
Used to express anger or frustration.
"Damnation! The car won't start."
How to use damnation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishReligious condemnation to eternal punishment, or an old-fashioned exclamation of anger.
Common pairings
eternal damnation
condemned to damnation
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Word forms
- Plural
- damnations
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Etymology
From Old French dampnacion, from Latin damnatio, from the same root as "damn."
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Rhymes for damnation
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ablation
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Frequently asked questions
What does “damnation” mean?
The word “damnation” means eternal punishment, especially in a religious sense; the state of being condemned. In plain terms, religious condemnation to eternal punishment, or an old-fashioned exclamation of anger.
How do you pronounce “damnation”?
“Damnation” is pronounced dam-NAY-shuhn (/dæmˈneɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “damnation” in a sentence?
Here is “damnation” used in a sentence: “The preacher warned of eternal damnation for the unrepentant.”
What part of speech is “damnation”?
Depending on how it is used, “damnation” can be a noun and an interjection.
Where does the word “damnation” come from?
The word “damnation” comes from Latin. From Old French dampnacion, from Latin damnatio, from the same root as "damn.".
How many meanings does “damnation” have?
“Damnation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: eternal punishment, especially in a religious sense; the state of being condemned.
