What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
condemn
Example
The government condemned the terrorist attack in the strongest terms. [condemn: verb]
Example
The judge condemned the defendant to life in prison. [condemned: past participle]
denounce
Example
The activist denounced the company's unethical practices in a press conference. [denounce: verb]
Example
The politician was denounced by his own party for his controversial remarks. [denounced: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Condemn is more commonly used in legal or political contexts, while denounce can be used in a wider range of situations, including personal or social issues.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between condemn and denounce?
Condemn is generally more formal and associated with official or authoritative language, while denounce can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
