damnation

[dam-ney-shuhn]

damnation Definition

  • 1the act of condemning someone to eternal punishment in hell
  • 2a state of being condemned to eternal punishment in hell
  • 3the act of expressing strong disapproval or criticism

Using damnation: Examples

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

  • Example

    The preacher warned his congregation of the dangers of damnation.

  • Example

    She believed that her sins would lead to her damnation.

  • Example

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

damnation Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for damnation

Antonyms for damnation

Phrases with damnation

  • to be rescued from eternal punishment in hell

    Example

    He hoped that his good deeds would save him from damnation.

  • to be condemned to eternal punishment in hell

    Example

    The villain in the story went to damnation for his evil deeds.

  • to be strongly criticized or condemned for something

    Example

    The company received damnation from consumers for their unethical practices.

Origins of damnation

from Middle English 'dam', meaning 'to condemn', and Old French 'damnacion'

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Summary: damnation in Brief

'Damnation' [dam-ney-shuhn] refers to the act of condemning someone to eternal punishment in hell or a state of being condemned to eternal punishment in hell. It can also mean the act of expressing strong disapproval or criticism. Examples include 'The preacher warned his congregation of the dangers of damnation' and 'The politician's speech was met with damnation from the opposing party.'