Condemnations

/ˌkɒndɛmˈneɪʃənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of condemnation; instances of expressing strong disapproval, officially pronouncing judgment against someone, or declaring something unfit for use.

Etymology

From Latin condemnatio, from condemnare 'to condemn.' The -tion suffix creates a noun expressing the action or result of condemning, and -s pluralizes it.

Kelly Says

Political speeches and news reports are full of condemnations—and linguistically, the word is neutral enough to describe both moral judgments and official legal rulings, which is why it appears in everything from UN resolutions to op-eds.

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