C2nounformalpoliticslaw
US/dɪˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/
UK/dɪˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/
a public statement that strongly criticizes someone or something as wrong or evil
In context
The leader issued a sharp denunciation of the attack on civilians.
His denunciation of corruption made him many enemies in the city.
Public denunciation of the policy grew louder every week.
Words that go with denunciation
adjective + noun
- public denunciationThe scandal led to public denunciation of the company.
- strong denunciationThe report drew strong denunciation from teachers.
- widespread denunciationThe decision met widespread denunciation.
noun + preposition
- denunciation ofThe speech was a denunciation of racism.
- denunciation byThe denunciation by the UN was swift and clear.
verb + noun
- issue a denunciationThe church issued a denunciation of the film.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
denunciation toCorrect: denunciation of