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anathematize
[ uh-nath-uh-muh-tahyz ]
verb (used with object)
- to pronounce an anathema against; denounce; curse.
verb (used without object)
- to pronounce anathemas; curse.
anathematize
/ əˈnæθɪməˌtaɪz /
verb
- to pronounce an anathema (upon a person, etc); curse
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Derived Forms
- aˌnathematiˈzation, noun
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Other Words From
- a·nathe·ma·ti·zation noun
- a·nathe·ma·tizer noun
- dea·nathe·ma·tize verb (used with object) deanathematized deanathematizing
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Word History and Origins
Origin of anathematize1
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Example Sentences
He resolved to annihilate the unruly corps and anathematize their name.
We repent of what we have done, we defend those who repent, we anathematize those whom we defended.
We anathematize the intruder openly; this is incautious, for our anathemas provoke reprisals.
While he was yet opening his mouth to anathematize Mr. Murdock, that gentleman entered, familiar and cheerful.
Clergymen began to be heard of who had ceased to anathematize papists on the one hand, or vilify dissenters on the other.
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