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Meaning of anathematize
to formally curse or condemn someone or something
Etymology of anathematize
The word "anathematize" originates from the Greek word "anathema," which means "a thing devoted to evil" or "an accursed thing"
Historically, the term was used in the context of ecclesiastical censure, where an individual or group would be formally condemned or excommunicated
Synonyms
condemn
denounce
censure
criticize
reprehend
castigate
excoriate
vilify
revile
scourge
lambast
pillory
ostracize
banish
exile
expel
proscribe
boycott
blacklist
repudiate
reject
spurn
abhor
loathe
detest
despise
execrate
abominate
hate
dislike
disapprove
disparage
depreciate
belittle
demean
degrade
debase
defame
slander
calumniate
traduce
asperse
malign
vituperate
Definitions
- to formally curse or condemn someone or something
- * to declare someone or something to be detestable or to be avoided
Usage Examples
- The church anathematized the heretic for his blasphemous views
- * The organization anathematized the corrupt official for his role in the scandal