condemnation

[kon-dem-ney-shuhn, -duhm-]

noun

1. the act of condemning.

2. the state of being condemned.

3. strong censure; disapprobation; reproof.

4. a cause or reason for condemning.

5. U.S. Law.,  the seizure, as of property, for public use.

Other Word Forms

• noncondemnation noun
• recondemnation noun
• self-condemnation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of condemnation¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English condempnacioun, from Middle French, from Late Latin condemnātiōn-, stem of condemnātiō; equivalent to condemn + -ation

Example Sentences

The proposal drew swift condemnation from legal experts and lawmakers, who accused the administration of politicizing the nation’s 250th anniversary.

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"In the beginning there was strong condemnation of boxing," she explains.

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The strikes have attracted condemnation in countries including Venezuela and Colombia, with some international lawyers describing the strikes as a breach of international law.

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The update from law enforcement triggered a fresh wave of social media commentary, ranging from condemnations to calls for patience and unity.

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The cases have since sparked widespread condemnation and concerns that East African governments could be collaborating to contain dissent.

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Related Words

• accusation 
• censure 
• denunciation 
• disapproval 
• judgment