denounce
verb (used with object)
to condemn or censure openly or publicly.
has denounced
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present perfectof denounce (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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El-Sayed has denounced the statement as “stupid,” and Piker has walked back his words.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026
In contrast, Pope Leo XIV has denounced war, especially unprovoked wars.
From Salon ● Jun. 10, 2026
Berlin has denounced the allegations against him as "baseless" and Amnesty International has demanded his release.
From Barron's ● May 21, 2026
For weeks, Leo has denounced not only the U.S.-led war on Iran, but war in general.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 26, 2026
It has denounced pride and luxury—all things that adorn and enrich life—all the pleasures of sense—the ecstasies of love—the happiness of the hearth—the clasp and kiss of wife and child.
From The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 4 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Lectures by Robert Green Ingersoll
