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 visit drew sharp condemnation from Syria’s foreign ministry, which called it illegal and a serious violation of the nation’s sovereignty.

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The club was subjected to a complaint for condemnation, also known as eminent domain, which allows the city to take private property for public use, according to a report by The Times in 1958.

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But the strikes have attracted condemnation in countries in the region and concern that they breach international law.

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Social media erupted with debate, memes and condemnation.

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The video of her assault drew international condemnation.

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Related Words

• accusation 
• censure 
• denunciation 
• disapproval 
• judgment