damning

American

[dam-ing, dam-ning] / ˈdæm ɪŋ, ˈdæm nɪŋ /

adjective

causing incrimination.

damning evidence.

Other Word Forms

Etymology

Origin of damning

First recorded in 1590–1600; damn + -ing ²

Example Sentences

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The chief executive of the NHS trust at the centre of the largest maternity review in NHS history has said he is "shocked and upset" by its damning findings.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

I found a similarly damning assessment in Platt Bridge, where residents have suffered severe flooding twice in a decade.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The song’s Korean refrain and damning alternate title?

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

This is a damning indictment of them, and our larger culture and society.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Regina wrote to Joan that she was worried Lombardy might be damning Bobby with faint praise.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

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