anathemata

[ˌænəˈθiːmətə]

anathemata Definition

• 1. objects dedicated to a divinity or considered as sacred
• 2. a formal curse by a pope or a council of the Church, excommunicating a person or denouncing a doctrine
• 3. a vehement denunciation; a curse

Using anathemata: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "anathemata" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The temple was filled with anathemata from the worshippers.

• Example

  The pope issued an anathema against the heretical sect.

• Example

  The politician's speech was met with anathemata from the opposing party.

anathemata Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for anathemata

• curses
• imprecations
• maledictions

Phrases with anathemata

• anathema maranatha

  a curse or condemnation that will come upon someone in the future

  Example

  He felt like he was under the anathema maranatha when everything in his life started to go wrong.

• anathema sit

  a Latin phrase used to express strong disapproval or condemnation of something

  Example

  The idea of using animals for testing is anathema sit to many animal rights activists.

• anathema to

  something or someone that is completely unacceptable or contrary to one's beliefs or values

  Example

  For many environmentalists, oil drilling in protected areas is anathema to their cause.

Origins of anathemata

from Greek 'anathemata', meaning 'gifts dedicated to the gods'

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Summary: anathemata in Brief

'Anathemata' [ˌænəˈθiːmətə] refers to objects dedicated to a divinity or considered as sacred, as well as formal curses by the Church or vehement denunciations. It can be used in phrases like 'anathema maranatha,' which denotes a future curse, and 'anathema to,' which means something that is completely unacceptable. 'Anathemata' is a formal term often used in religious contexts.