damnatory

/dæmˈnætɔrɪ/

Definitions

1. adjective

used to describe something that condemns or censures

“The damnatory speech against the politician’s actions sparked outrage in the community.”

2. noun

a statement or speech that condemns or censures

“The damnatory utterance from the priest was a harsh rebuke to the congregation.”

Synonyms

  • censuring
  • condemnatory
  • reprobative

Antonyms

  • commendatory
  • praiseworthy