To condemn is to express strong, formal disapproval of someone's actions or moral failings.
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- Used to express strong disapproval of bad behavior.
- Commonly used in formal, political, or social contexts.
- Implies a moral or ethical judgment of the action.
Overview
- 1概述：谴责（qiǎnzé）是一个正式动词，指对某种行为或观点进行严厉的斥责或批评。它通常带有道德评价色彩，不仅是对事实的陈述，更是对行为性质的否定。2) 用法：该词常用于主语（通常是团体、政府、机构或公众）对宾语（错误的行为、不公正的政策、犯罪活动等）进行批判。结构为“主语 + 谴责 + 宾语”。3) 语境：常出现在新闻报道、外交辞令、法律评论或正式的社会批判中。例如，国际社会谴责暴力行为，或者人们谴责不文明现象。4) 近义词辨析：与“批评”相比，“谴责”程度更深，语气更强硬，通常涉及道德或法律层面；与“指责”相比，“谴责”更具公众性和正式感，而“指责”可以用于日常生活中个人对个人的不满。
Examples
媒体纷纷谴责这种不负责任的行为。
everydayThe media condemned this irresponsible behavior.
政府发表声明谴责恐怖主义活动。
formalThe government issued a statement condemning terrorist activities.
大家一致谴责那名作弊的学生。
informalEveryone unanimously condemned the student who cheated.
学者们谴责了忽视历史事实的研究方法。
academicScholars condemned the research method that ignored historical facts.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
发出谴责
Issue a condemnation
一致谴责
Unanimously condemn
受到严厉谴责
To be severely condemned
Often Confused With
Criticism is milder and can be constructive. Condemnation (谴责) is much stronger and focuses on moral judgment.
Accusation implies pointing a finger at someone for a specific fault, often in a personal or less formal way than condemnation.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
Use '谴责' primarily in formal or serious contexts. It is a high-register verb often found in news, politics, and social commentary. Avoid using it for minor, everyday interpersonal disagreements.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use it for minor personal annoyances where '批评' (criticize) would be more appropriate. Another mistake is using it as an adjective; it is strictly a verb or a noun (in specific phrases).
Tips
Use in formal writing contexts
Use '谴责' when writing formal essays or news reports to convey a serious tone. Avoid using it for trivial daily matters.
Do not confuse with simple criticism
Remember that '谴责' carries a heavier weight of moral judgment. Using it for minor mistakes can sound overly aggressive.
Diplomatic language usage
In Chinese diplomatic discourse, '谴责' is a standard term used to formally protest against international violations.
Word Origin
The word combines '谴' (to blame/scold) and '责' (responsibility). Historically, it implies holding someone accountable for failing their moral or social duties.
Cultural Context
In Chinese society, '谴责' is frequently used in media to reflect public moral consensus. It carries weight as a tool of social pressure against unethical behavior.
Memory Tip
Think of '谴' (reproach) combined with '责' (responsibility/blame). When someone fails their responsibility, we condemn them.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions“批评”程度较轻，可以是对日常小事的意见；而“谴责”程度较重，通常涉及原则性错误或道德败坏，带有严厉的否定态度。
最适合在新闻报道、外交声明或对严重不公正事件发表意见时使用。
除非是极度严肃的场合，否则在朋友间的日常对话中使用“谴责”会显得过于生硬和正式，建议使用“指责”或“批评”。
“谴责”本身既是动词也是名词，例如“发出强烈的谴责”。
Test Yourself
国际社会纷纷___这种暴力行径。
“谴责”与“暴力行径”搭配，符合语境的严肃性。
下列哪种情况最适合使用“谴责”？
“谴责”用于重大原则性问题，战争属于此类。
民众 / 行为 / 谴责 / 这种 / 恶劣 / 纷纷
标准的“主语+状语+谓语+宾语”结构。
Score: /3
Summary
To condemn is to express strong, formal disapproval of someone's actions or moral failings.
- Used to express strong disapproval of bad behavior.
- Commonly used in formal, political, or social contexts.
- Implies a moral or ethical judgment of the action.
Use in formal writing contexts
Use '谴责' when writing formal essays or news reports to convey a serious tone. Avoid using it for trivial daily matters.
Do not confuse with simple criticism
Remember that '谴责' carries a heavier weight of moral judgment. Using it for minor mistakes can sound overly aggressive.
Diplomatic language usage
In Chinese diplomatic discourse, '谴责' is a standard term used to formally protest against international violations.
Examples
4 of 4媒体纷纷谴责这种不负责任的行为。
The media condemned this irresponsible behavior.
政府发表声明谴责恐怖主义活动。
The government issued a statement condemning terrorist activities.
大家一致谴责那名作弊的学生。
Everyone unanimously condemned the student who cheated.
学者们谴责了忽视历史事实的研究方法。
Scholars condemned the research method that ignored historical facts.
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