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damnation
[/dæmˈneɪʃən/]
noun
feminine
pl: damnations
condenação
1.
The act of condemning someone to hell or eternal punishment in religious contexts
In Christian theology, damnation is the fate of those who reject salvation.
Na teologia cristã, a condenação é o destino daqueles que rejeitam a salvação.
2.
Severe criticism or disapproval; the act of condemning something as bad or wrong
The film faced widespread damnation from critics.
O filme enfrentou condenação generalizada dos críticos.
3.
An expression of anger or frustration, often used as a curse or exclamation
Damnation! I forgot my keys.
Maldição! Esqueci minhas chaves.
NYC Slang
damn, dammit
Synonyms
condemnation
perdition
curse
doom
reproach
Antonyms
salvation
redemption
blessing
praise
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
condenação
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
maldição
Often used in expletive or emphatic contexts
Rio de Janeiro
condenação
Standard usage similar to general Brazilian
Portugal
condenação
Standard European Portuguese equivalent
Related Idioms & Phrases
damned if you do, damned if you don't
damnation to someone/something
worthy of damnation
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