condemnation

noun

con·​dem·​na·​tion ˌkän-ˌdem-ˈnā-shən How to pronounce condemnation (audio)
-dəm-
Synonyms of condemnation
1
: censure, blame
… the Quakers, in their uncompromising condemnation of war …—William Ralph Inge
2
: the act of judicially condemning
3
: the state of being condemned
… in the hopeless hour of condemnation …—Washington Irving
4
: a reason for condemning
His conduct was sufficient condemnation.

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The plan has drawn condemnation from both sides. The government's statement was a condemnation of all acts of terrorism.
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That same day, the Houthis launched a flurry of attacks that reportedly killed and wounded dozens near the Yemen-Saudi border – sparking condemnation from Jordanian, Bahraini and Kuwaiti authorities. — Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026 What comes next ultimately vindicates Circe’s condemnation of the sailors. — Bailey Sincox, The Conversation, 6 Aug. 2026 Lopez-Cornejo's death drew swift condemnation from New Jersey officials, who reiterated demands to shut down Delaney Hall. — Emma Bussey , Bill Melugin, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2026 In response, Washington has issued diplomatic condemnations against Latin American officials, revoked visas, and even threatened to use force against the region’s governments. — Natalia Cote-Muñoz, Foreign Affairs, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for condemnation

Word History

Etymology

see condemn

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of condemnation was in the 14th century

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“Condemnation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/condemnation. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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