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    Condamnation (en. Conviction)

    [kɔ̃.damn.a.sjɔ̃]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Legal sanction that imposes a penalty on a condemned individual.
    The conviction for theft was pronounced by the court.
    La condamnation pour vol a été prononcée par le tribunal.
    Moral disapproval or severe criticism.
    His condemnation of violent acts was publicly expressed.
    Sa condamnation des actes violents a été publiquement exprimée.
    The state of a person who has been condemned.
    His condemnation upset his family.
    Sa condamnation a bouleversé sa famille.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'condamnatio', derived from 'condemnare' which means to judge guilty.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    death sentence
    The ultimate penalty imposed on a criminal by the justice system.
    condamnation à mort
    to suffer condemnation
    To experience strong disapproval from others.
    souffrir de condamnation
    public condemnation
    Criticism or disapproval expressed by society.
    condamnation publique

    Related Words

    to condemn
    To pronounce a judgment of guilt.
    condamner
    condemnable
    That which can be condemned or disapproved.
    condamnable
    condemnable
    That which deserves condemnation.
    condemnable

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a lot of trouble
    After his conviction, he knows he is in a lot of trouble.
    Après sa condamnation, il sait qu'il est dans de sales draps.
    To fall through the cracks
    He let his case fall through the cracks to avoid a conviction.
    Il a passé son affaire à la trappe pour éviter une condamnation.