'anathematization' originates from Medieval Latin, specifically the word 'anathematizare,' where 'anathema' meant 'a formal curse' and the suffix '-ization' denotes the action or process.

'anathematization' changed from the Medieval Latin word 'anathematizatio' and eventually became the modern English word 'anathematization'.

Initially, it meant 'the act of cursing or excommunicating,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the act of formally denouncing or condemning, especially in a religious context'.