Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anathema
noun
/əˈnæθəmə/
Definition
Something or someone that is greatly detested or shunned.
Examples
- The idea of cheating on the exam was anathema to her.
- In some cultures, certain practices are considered anathema.
Meaning
Anathema refers to a person or thing that is intensely disliked or banned, often used in a religious or formal context.
Synonyms
- abomination
- curse
- detestation
- loathe
- condemnation
