Anathematic

/ˌænəθəˈmætɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to, involving, or deserving an anathema; cursed, condemned, or utterly opposed.

Etymology

From anathema plus -ic (relating to). Describes something characterized by curse or condemnation.

Kelly Says

During the Reformation, both Catholics and Protestants hurled accusations of 'anathematic heresy' at each other—the word basically meant 'so evil we're officially damning your soul for this.'

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