animadversion

Definition of animadversion

Nouns

harsh criticism or disapproval
Synonyms:
censure
Types:
interdict
an ecclesiastical censure by the Roman Catholic Church withdrawing certain sacraments and Christian burial from a person or all persons in a particular district
Type of:
condemnation, disapprobation
an expression of strong disapproval; pronouncing as wrong or morally culpable

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