condemnation
noun/ˌkɑndɛmˈneɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #7,459 most common English word
Meaning
strong disapproval or criticism of something considered wrong or evil.
Example sentence
The politician faced widespread condemnation for his dishonest remarks.
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