anathematizing

[uh-nath-uh-muh-tahyz-ing]

anathematizing Definition

to curse or condemn someone or something as accursed or detestable.

Using anathematizing: Examples

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

  • Example

    The religious leader anathematized the heretic.

  • Example

    The politician was anathematized by his own party for his controversial views.

  • Example

    The coach anathematized the team's poor performance during the press conference.

anathematizing Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with anathematizing

  • a biblical phrase used to express a curse or condemnation

    Example

    The preacher shouted 'anathema maranatha' at the congregation, warning them of eternal damnation.

  • a Latin phrase used to express strong dislike or condemnation

    Example

    The critic wrote that the movie was terrible and should be anathema sit to all moviegoers.

  • something or someone that is completely unacceptable or abhorrent to someone

    Example

    For many people, violence is anathema to the principles of nonviolence and peace.

Origins of anathematizing

from Late Latin 'anathematizare', from Greek 'anathematizein', meaning 'to devote to evil'

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Summary: anathematizing in Brief

'Anathematizing' [uh-nath-uh-muh-tahyz-ing] is the act of cursing or condemning someone or something as accursed or detestable. It is often used in religious or political contexts to express strong disapproval or condemnation. Phrases like 'anathema maranatha' and 'anathema sit' use 'anathema' to express a curse or condemnation, while 'anathema to' denotes something or someone that is completely unacceptable or abhorrent to someone.