English Synonym Finder

condemn

Definitions

To express complete disapproval of, typically in public.

To sentence someone to a particular punishment, especially death.

To officially declare something to be unfit for use.

Examples

The international community was quick to condemn the act of violence.

It is wrong to condemn someone without hearing their side of the story.

The judge had no choice but to condemn the criminal to a life sentence.

Synonyms

censure denounce criticize blame rebuke reproach convict

Antonyms

praise commend approve exonerate acquit endorse laud