Definition of condemn

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  • condemn is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • condemn is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • condemn is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 16

Definition of condemn

  • pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law (verb)

    Examples

    1. He was condemned to ten years in prison

    Synonyms

    1. doom
    2. sentence
  • express strong disapproval of (verb)

    Examples

    1. We condemn the racism in South Africa

    Synonyms

    1. decry
    2. excoriate
    3. objurgate
    4. reprobate
  • appropriate (property) for public use (verb)

    Examples

    1. the county condemned the land to build a highway
  • compel or force into a particular state or activity (verb)

    Examples

    1. His devotion to his sick wife condemned him to a lonely existence
  • declare or judge unfit for use or habitation (verb)

    Examples

    1. The building was condemned by the inspector
  • demonstrate the guilt of (someone) (verb)

    Examples

    1. Her strange behavior condemned her

See definition of condemn in Merriam Webster