Condemn
/kənˈdɛm/
Definitions
- (v.) To express strong disapproval of an act or behavior.
The court condemned the defendant's actions as unlawful.
- (v.) To sentence a person to a particular punishment, especially death.
The judge condemned the criminal to life imprisonment.
- (v.) To declare a building unfit for use or to order its demolition.
The authorities condemned the old factory due to safety hazards.
Forms
- condemns
- condemned
- condemning
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Commentary
Often used in legal contexts for sentencing or official disapproval; precise usage depends on context.
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