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Meaning of condemned
The primary meaning of the word "condemned" is to express complete disapproval of someone or something, often in a formal or official way.
Etymology of condemned
The word "condemned" originates from the Latin words "condemnare," which means "to sentence" or "to blame," and is a combination of "con" (meaning "together") and "damnare" (meaning "to sentence" or "to blame")
Historically, the word has been used in various contexts, including law, morality, and social norms, to express disapproval or to impose punishment
Synonyms
denounced
criticized
censured
reproached
blamed
chastised
rebuked
scolded
reprimanded
admonished
castigated
excoriated
vilified
pilloried
lambasted
berated
reviled
abused
maligned
slandered
defamed
disparaged
belittled
demeaned
degraded
humiliated
shamed
disgraced
dishonored
outlawed
banned
prohibited
forbidden
proscribed
sentenced
punished
penalized
convicted
guilty
culpable
responsible
liable
accountable
Definitions
- To express complete disapproval of someone or something, often in a formal or official way
- * To sentence someone to a punishment, especially death
- * To declare something to be unfit for use or unacceptable
Usage Examples
- The company was condemned for its role in the environmental disaster
- * The building was condemned by the authorities due to its poor condition
- * The politician was condemned by his opponents for his controversial statement
Antonyms
praised
commended
applauded
approved
endorsed
supported
justified
vindicated
absolved
acquitted
exonerated
cleared
exempted
excused
forgiven
pardoned
justified
rationalized
tolerated
accepted
allowed
permitted
authorized
sanctioned
ratified
confirmed
validated