condemnation
/ˌkɒndemˈneɪʃən/ · /ˌkɑːndemˈneɪʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6820 in the learning path
强烈谴责
Definitions
n. An expression of strong disapproval
强烈谴责
n. An official judgment imposing punishment or declaring something unsafe
判刑；宣告不宜使用
Example
His cruel remarks drew condemnation from everyone at dinner.
他刻薄的话遭到了所有同桌用餐者的谴责。
The destruction of protected forests has attracted widespread condemnation from environmental groups and local communities.
破坏受保护森林的行为引起了环保团体和当地社区的广泛谴责。
Collocations
- widespread condemnation
- strong condemnation
- draw condemnation
- condemnation of violence
Word family
- condemn (v.)
- condemnable (adj.)
Synonyms
- denunciation
- censure
Antonyms
- approval
- praise
Usage tip
常用condemnation of sth；比criticism语气更强。
FAQ
- What does condemnation mean?
- An expression of strong disapproval An official judgment imposing punishment or declaring something unsafe
- How is condemnation pronounced?
- UK /ˌkɒndemˈneɪʃən/, US /ˌkɑːndemˈneɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
