condemnation
UK: ˌkɒndemˈneɪʃən | US: ˌkɑːndemˈneɪʃən
n. the act of condemning or expressing strong disapproval
n. a legal judgment declaring something unfit for use or forfeited
n. severe criticism or punishment
condemnation = condemn<to blame> + ation<noun suffix>
- condemn (from Latin condemnare: con- (intensive) + damnare (to inflict loss, blame))
- ation (Latin-derived suffix forming nouns indicating an action or result)
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Latin condemnare, combining con- (thoroughly) and damnare (to sentence or harm). Over time, condemn evolved in English to mean "to declare wrong," while -ation solidified its role as a noun-forming suffix. The term reflects a logical progression from physical punishment (e.g., legal forfeiture) to moral or societal disapproval.
The public’s condemnation of the policy led to its repeal.
The building received condemnation due to safety violations.
His speech included strong condemnation of corruption.
The court issued a condemnation of the property.
International condemnation forced the regime to reconsider.