ANATHEMISE Meaning and
Definition
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Anathemise, also spelled anathematize, is a verb that originates from the Greek word "anathema," meaning a curse or condemnation. It refers to the act of denouncing, cursing, or excommunicating someone or something, typically within a religious or moral context. The term is often used to describe a formal declaration of disapproval or rejection, often with severe consequences.
When one anathemises an individual or group, they essentially subject them to severe condemnation and spiritual exclusion from a religious community, often accompanied by a solemn pronouncement or decree. Anathemisation is typically employed by religious authorities or leaders to declare someone as morally or spiritually corrupt, and therefore unfit for membership or association within their religious community.
In a broader context, anathemise can also be used outside religious contexts to express strong disapproval or condemnation towards a person, idea, or action. It implies a complete disavowal and rejection, often with an intent to ostracize or marginalize the subject.
Anathemise, as a verb, underscores the severe nature of the condemnation expressed, characterized by the emotional weight and the sense of exclusion it carries. It manifests as a powerful tool for expressing moral, religious, or societal disapproval by officially denouncing or rejecting someone or something, thus establishing a clear line between acceptance and rejection within a specified community or belief system.
Common Misspellings for ANATHEMISE
- anathemize
- anthemise
- znathemise
- snathemise
- wnathemise
- qnathemise
- abathemise
- amathemise
- ajathemise
- ahathemise
- anzthemise
- ansthemise
- anwthemise
- anqthemise
- anarhemise
- anafhemise
- anaghemise
- anayhemise
- ana6hemise
- ana5hemise
Etymology of ANATHEMISE
The word "anathemise" is derived from the Greek term "anathema", which means "curse" or "condemnation". The "-ise" suffix is added to indicate the action of placing a curse or condemnation upon something or someone. Therefore, "anathemise" means to condemn or curse someone or something, often as an act of religious or social disapproval.
Similar spelling words for ANATHEMISE
- anatomical,
- anathemize,
- anthemius,
- andante,
- ante meridiem,
- anatomize,
- anthimus,
- anatomise,
- Anthemion,
- Inethmos,
- anatomic,
- anthems,
- anathematise,
- anathema,
- Anathemas,
- anatomist,
- Anthemwise,
- and then,
- anathematize,
- anthemis,
- anthimos.
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