condemn

US /kənˈdem/
UK /kənˈdem/
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1.

express complete disapproval of; censure

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The government issued a statement to condemn the terrorist attack.
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Many people condemn violence in all its forms.
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censurecriticizedenouncereprobatedeplore
2.

sentence (someone) to a particular punishment, especially death

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The court condemned him to life imprisonment.
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He was condemned to death for his crimes.
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sentencedoomconvict
3.

officially declare (something) to be unfit for use or habitation

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The old building was condemned due to structural damage.
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The health inspector will condemn the restaurant if it doesn't meet hygiene standards.
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declare unfitdemolishpull downtear downraze