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Condemn

usgb/kənˈdem/Volume
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Moral Judgment

Use 'condemn' when expressing strong disapproval based on morals or ethics.

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Many societies condemn stealing as immoral.
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Public Denouncement

Often used when individuals or groups publicly declare disapproval or rejection.

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The United Nations may condemn a country for violating human rights.
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Severity Levels

'Condemn' implies a stronger level of disapproval than words like 'criticize'.

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Activists condemned the company for severe environmental damage.
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BlameCastigateCensureCriticizeDecryDenounceDeprecateDisapproveReproachReprove
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