Dictionary definition · condemn
verb
- express strong disapproval of"We condemn the racism in South Africa"
- declare or judge unfit for use or habitation"The building was condemned by the inspector"
- compel or force into a particular state or activity"His devotion to his sick wife condemned him to a lonely existence"
- demonstrate the guilt of (someone)"Her strange behavior condemned her"
- pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law"He was condemned to ten years in prison"
- appropriate (property) for public use"the county condemned the land to build a highway"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).