condemnation

noun

con·​dem·​na·​tion ˌkän-ˌdem-ˈnā-shən How to pronounce condemnation (audio)
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Synonyms of condemnation
1
: censure, blame
… the Quakers, in their uncompromising condemnation of war …—William Ralph Inge
2
: the act of judicially condemning
3
: the state of being condemned
… in the hopeless hour of condemnation …—Washington Irving
4
: a reason for condemning
His conduct was sufficient condemnation.

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The plan has drawn condemnation from both sides. The government's statement was a condemnation of all acts of terrorism.
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The comments drew swift condemnation from California leaders, even as the White House communications director, Steven Cheung, insisted the president’s remarks had been taken out of context. — Ana Ceballos, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026 His statements about Zionism have drawn condemnation from Jewish organizations including the Anti-Defamation League. — Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026 The viral post – and a lack of response by the Harvard administration, led by then-President Claudine Gay – drew condemnation from Harvard alumni, including lawmakers, and from former Harvard President Lawrence Summers. — Cameron Pugh, Christian Science Monitor, 7 Oct. 2026 The remarks drew swift condemnation from state leaders, including Newsom and the cities’ mayors, and at least one Republican running for Congress in a battleground district. — ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for condemnation

Word History

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see condemn

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of condemnation was in the 14th century

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“Condemnation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/condemnation. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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