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condemn

/kənˈdem/
con · demn kən · ˈdem
English Definition
v. express disapproval; punish
中文释义
谴责，定罪
Significado en Español
condenar, criticar
한국어 뜻
비난하다, 유죄 판결을 내리다
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
lên án, kết tội
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Example Sentence

The report condemns the government.

报告谴责了政府。

Synonyms
criticize blame
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
con(together)+demn(harm).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to “condemn”. The judge did not hesitate to ______ the criminal''s actions as immoral and deserving of severe punishment.

  1. A praise
  2. B denounce
  3. C ignore
  4. D celebrate
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B — denounce. “condemn” means v. express disapproval; punish

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

World leaders were quick to ______ the violent attack.

  1. A praise
  2. B approve
  3. C condemn
  4. D celebrate
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C — condemn. “condemn” means v. express disapproval; punish

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Common questions about “condemn”

What does “condemn” mean?

condemn — v. express disapproval; punish. In Chinese: 谴责，定罪.

How do you pronounce “condemn”?

condemn is pronounced /kənˈdem/. It breaks into 2 syllables: con · demn.

How do you use “condemn” in a sentence?

The report condemns the government. (报告谴责了政府。)

What are synonyms for “condemn”?

criticize, blame — all close in meaning to condemn (v. express disapproval; punish).

Is “condemn” an ISEE Lower-level word?

Yes. condemn appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “condemn”?

con(together)+demn(harm).

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