denunciation
UK: dɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃn | US: dɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃn
n. a public condemnation or formal accusation of someone or something
n. the act of denouncing, especially in a legal or political context
denunciation = de<down, against> + nunci<speak, announce> + ation<noun suffix>
- de: A Latin prefix meaning "down" or "against," often implying reversal or removal.
- nunci: Derived from Latin nuntiare (to announce), related to nuntius (messenger).
- ation: A suffix forming nouns indicating an action or process.
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Latin denuntiatio, from denuntiare ("to declare formally"). The prefix de- intensifies the root nuntiare (to announce), giving the sense of a forceful or public declaration against someone or something. Over time, it evolved into Middle English via Old French, retaining its core meaning of formal condemnation.
The senator's denunciation of corruption sparked a nationwide debate.
His speech included a fierce denunciation of the new policy.
The press published a denunciation of the company's unethical practices.
She faced social media denunciation after her controversial remarks.
The treaty included clauses for mutual denunciation of aggressive acts.