Denunciation

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Pronunciation: /dɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

Definitions of denunciation

noun the action of informing against someone

Example Sentences

A1 The denunciation of the crime was reported to the police.

A2 The denunciation of corruption in the government led to an investigation.

B1 The denunciation of human rights abuses sparked international outrage.

B2 Her denunciation of the company's unethical practices caused a public relations crisis.

C1 The denunciation of the dictator's regime was met with violent suppression.

C2 His denunciation of the political system was seen as a bold act of defiance.

Examples of denunciation in a Sentence

formal The denunciation of the corrupt government officials was met with widespread support from the public.

informal Her denunciation of his behavior at the party caused quite a stir among their friends.

slang I overheard the denunciation of the new teacher by some students in the hallway.

figurative The artist's denunciation of traditional painting techniques sparked a revolution in the art world.

Grammatical Forms of denunciation

past tense

denounced

plural

denunciations

comparative

more denunciatory

superlative

most denunciatory

present tense

denounces

future tense

will denounce

perfect tense

has denounced

continuous tense

is denouncing

singular

denunciation

positive degree

denunciatory

infinitive

to denounce

gerund

denouncing

participle

denounced

Origin and Evolution of denunciation

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'denunciation' originated from the Latin word 'denuntiatio', which means to announce or declare.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'denunciation' has evolved to signify the act of publicly condemning or accusing someone or something, often in a formal or official manner.