condemn
word
/kənˈdɛm/
/kəndˈɛm/
Definition
To strongly say that something is wrong or evil; also, to officially state someone is guilty and give them a punishment.
Usage & Nuances
More formal than 'disapprove'; often used in legal, official, or serious contexts ('condemn a crime', 'condemn someone to prison'). Can express moral judgment or official punishment. Not used for mild criticism.
Spanish: condenar - desaprobar (fuertemente)Portuguese (BR): condenar - reprovar fortementePortuguese (PT): condenar - censurar fortementeChinese (Simplified): 谴责 - 判处Chinese (Traditional): 譴責 - 判處Hindi: निंदा करना - दोषी ठहरानाArabic: يدين - يستنكر بشدةBengali: নিন্দা করা - দণ্ডিত করাRussian: осуждать - приговариватьJapanese: 非難する - 有罪とするVietnamese: lên án - kết ánKorean: 비난하다 - 유죄 판결하다Turkish: kınamak - mahkûm etmekUrdu: مذمت کرنا - سزا سناناIndonesian: mengutuk - menghukum
Example Sentences
The government condemned the attack on the city.
basic
Many people condemn animal cruelty.
basic
The judge condemned him to five years in prison.
basic
We all condemn hate speech, no matter where it comes from.
natural
She was right to condemn what they did publicly.
natural
If you cheat, people will quickly condemn your actions.
natural