1
as in to denounce
to declare to be morally wrong or evil
it is a sign of human progress that slavery, which was once legal in many places, is now universally condemned
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2
as in to criticize
to express one's unfavorable opinion of the worth or quality of
a report that condemns the working conditions in the factories of many developing countries
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3
as in to censure
to express public or formal disapproval of
the philosopher's works were once condemned by the church and placed on its list of forbidden books
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4
as in to convict
to find or pronounce guilty
the accused was condemned by the news media even before the trial began
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5
as in to sentence
to impose a judicial punishment on
a stern judge who does not hesitate to condemn a felon to life behind bars
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Recent Examples of condemn
Maduro, whose reelection last year to a third term has been condemned internationally as illegitimate, also has cracked down on his political opponents.
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Mark Sherman, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2025
Staff had recommended approval of the request, which was swiftly condemned by environmentalists and state politicians on both sides of the aisle — and in the White House.
—Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 May 2025
Australia has repeatedly condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and has given Kyiv close to $1 billion in assistance since 2022, while its military has provided training for Ukraine’s armed forces.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 17 May 2025
The decision was immediately condemned by transgender rights activists contacted by Reuters.
—Phil Stewart, USA Today, 9 May 2025
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Mark Sherman, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2025
Staff had recommended approval of the request, which was swiftly condemned by environmentalists and state politicians on both sides of the aisle — and in the White House.
—Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 May 2025
Australia has repeatedly condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and has given Kyiv close to $1 billion in assistance since 2022, while its military has provided training for Ukraine’s armed forces.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 17 May 2025
The decision was immediately condemned by transgender rights activists contacted by Reuters.
—Phil Stewart, USA Today, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for condemn
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The decision also sparked fierce debate from religious conservatives who criticized one board member’s staunch opposition to introducing prayer.—
Nora O’Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2025
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In the Verizon and T-Mobile deals, the FCC only approved the transaction after each company agreed to end DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies criticized by FCC Chairman Brendan Carr.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
22 May 2025
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In 1996, a corrupt patrol officer was convicted of ordering the killing of Kim Groves, the grandmother of escapee Derrick Groves, NOLA.com reported.—
Chris Kenning,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Gutierrez-Reed, 27, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in March 2024.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
24 May 2025
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However, he was released in 1991 after serving two and a half years, then sentenced to 25 years to life in 2013 after violating probation.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2025
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Johnson was convicted in 1996 and sentenced to life behind bars for her nonviolent role as part of a Memphis, Tenn., cocaine trafficking ring.—
Brian Mann,
NPR,
31 May 2025
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India blamed Pakistan for the attack, an accusation rejected by Islamabad.—
Billy Stockwell,
CNN Money,
31 May 2025
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Even the players and the manager blamed us, which of course was all nonsense.—
The Athletic FC Podcast,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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This country has not only failed to censure Israel for its actions, but any demonstrations against them are deemed to be antisemitic and are condemned.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
26 May 2025
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Maine state representative Laurel Libby is allowed to vote for her constituents after three months of being censured, thanks to a 7-2 Supreme Court decision Tuesday.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
20 May 2025
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In April, the group Artists for Chicago sent a letter to Johnson signed by more than 200 arts and culture workers further faulting Hedspeth’s leadership.—
Jake Sheridan,
Chicago Tribune,
31 May 2025
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Central sharpness is excellent at f/1.4, while the edges of the frame can’t be faulted either, which is incredible news for astrophotographers.—
James Abbott,
Space.com,
27 May 2025
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The penalty is a mere $200 fine, and members have not been punished for said violations.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
25 May 2025
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The United States halted a punishing bombing campaign against the Houthis this month, saying the rebels had pledged to stop attacking ships.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
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In 2022, he was reprimanded for oxycodone trafficking.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
22 May 2025
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The Supreme Court on Monday said Broward County Judge Mardi Levey Cohen will be reprimanded June 3 as part of discipline that also includes a 10-day suspension without pay.—
News Service Of Florida,
Sun Sentinel,
19 May 2025
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“Condemn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/condemn. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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