Definitions

1. noun

something or someone that is anathema, a person or thing that is detested or abhorred

“The politician’s policies have become an anatheme to the environmental movement.”

2. noun

a thing or person that is cursed or devoted to destruction

“The anatheme of the ancient temple was said to bring misfortune to anyone who disturbed it.”

3. verb

to declare or make something or someone an anathema

“The king anathemed the traitor, declaring him an outcast from society.”