condemnatory

Meanings

• adjective

  expressing strong disapproval or criticism

  - "The condemnatory comments from the critics were harsh."
  - "The condemnatory tone of the speech was evident to all."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with condemnatory
commendatory , condemnatory , denominator , endorsementary

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Variants

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condemn , condemnable , condemnatory , condemned , condemner , condemners , condemning , condemnor , condemnors , condemns

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Etymology

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From Old French 'condemnar' meaning 'to condemn, to sentence', from 'condamner' meaning 'to condemn' + 'ary' meaning 'worthy of, deserving'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'condemnatory' first appeared in English in the late 15th century.

2. The term 'condemnatory verdict' is often used in legal contexts to describe a decision that finds a defendant guilty and sentences them to punishment.

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Related Concepts

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1. criticism: A statement or expression of disapproval or judgment, often based on an analysis of a particular situation, performance, or work.

2. disapproval: A feeling of strong disagreement or opposition, often expressed through words or actions.

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Culture

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The word 'condemnatory' is often used in legal and moral contexts to describe strong criticism or disapproval. In literature, it can be used to describe the tone or attitude of a character towards another character or situation.

How to Memorize "condemnatory"

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'condemnatory' comes from the Latin word 'condemnar', which means 'to condemn'.

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