denouncer
|de-noun-cer|
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/dɪˈnaʊnsər/
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/dɪˈnaʊnsə/
(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 to be wrong or evil.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who publicly declares someone or something to be wrong or evil.
The denouncer stood firm in his accusations against the corrupt officials.
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Last updated: 2025/04/13 15:31