denouncement
|de-nounce-ment|
C1
/dɪˈnaʊnsmənt/
(denounce)
publicly condemn
Etymology
Etymology Information
'denounce' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'denuntiare,' where 'de-' meant 'down from' and 'nuntiare' meant 'to announce.'
Historical Evolution
'denuntiare' transformed into the Old French word 'denoncier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'denounce' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to announce or proclaim,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to publicly declare something to be wrong or evil.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of publicly declaring something to be wrong or evil.
The denouncement of the corrupt official was broadcasted on national television.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41