Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

anthema

noun
/ænˈθiː.mə/
Definition
A curse or a strong denunciation.
Examples
  • The community issued an anathema against the decision to demolish the historic building.
  • Her words were an anathema to those who valued honesty and integrity.
Meaning
Anthema refers to a vehement expression of dislike or a public declaration that something is cursed or denounced.
Synonyms
  • curse
  • condemnation
  • denunciation
  • execration