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denouncing

Denouncing (noun) means the act of publicly condemning or accusing someone or something. Example: “His denouncing of the policy came as a surprise to his own party.”

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The act of publicly condemning or accusing someone or something.
"His denouncing of the policy came as a surprise to his own party."

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In plain EnglishThe act described by the verb "denounce" — openly condemning or accusing.

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What does “denouncing” mean?

The word “denouncing” means the act of publicly condemning or accusing someone or something. In plain terms, the act described by the verb "denounce" — openly condemning or accusing.

How do you use “denouncing” in a sentence?

Here is “denouncing” used in a sentence: “His denouncing of the policy came as a surprise to his own party.”

What part of speech is “denouncing”?

“Denouncing” is a noun.

Is “denouncing” a common word?

“Denouncing” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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