Condemnatory
adjective
Expressing strong disapproval or criticism.
The judge issued a condemnatory statement about the defendant's actions.
Usage tips
Formal
condemnatory remarks, condemnatory tone, condemnatory statements
adjective
Expressing strong disapproval or criticism.
The judge issued a condemnatory statement about the defendant's actions.
Usage tips
Formal
condemnatory remarks, condemnatory tone, condemnatory statements
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
In formal contexts, such as legal and academic writing, 'condemnatory' conveys a serious tone.
The lawyer's condemnatory arguments highlighted the injustice faced by the plaintiff.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotion
The term often carries a weight of moral outrage, reflecting strong feelings against an act or decision.
His condemnatory tone revealed his deep disappointment in their choices.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuance
While all condemnatory remarks criticize, not all criticism is condemnatory; it reflects a stricter, moral stance.
The review was critical, but not condemnatory, appreciating some aspects while noting flaws.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
In formal contexts, such as legal and academic writing, 'condemnatory' conveys a serious tone.
The lawyer's condemnatory arguments highlighted the injustice faced by the plaintiff.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotion
The term often carries a weight of moral outrage, reflecting strong feelings against an act or decision.
His condemnatory tone revealed his deep disappointment in their choices.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuance
While all condemnatory remarks criticize, not all criticism is condemnatory; it reflects a stricter, moral stance.
The review was critical, but not condemnatory, appreciating some aspects while noting flaws.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
In formal contexts, such as legal and academic writing, 'condemnatory' conveys a serious tone.
The lawyer's condemnatory arguments highlighted the injustice faced by the plaintiff.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotion
The term often carries a weight of moral outrage, reflecting strong feelings against an act or decision.
His condemnatory tone revealed his deep disappointment in their choices.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuance
While all condemnatory remarks criticize, not all criticism is condemnatory; it reflects a stricter, moral stance.
The review was critical, but not condemnatory, appreciating some aspects while noting flaws.
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