animadversion Meaning & Definition
What Does Animadversion Mean?
Animadversion is a noun that means A criticism, a critical remark. It can also mean The state or characteristic of being animadversive.
Animadversion at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˌænɪmædˈvɜːʒən// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | censure |
| Plural | animadversions |
Animadversion Definition (Noun)
- A criticism, a critical remark.
- The state or characteristic of being animadversive.
Synonyms of Animadversion
Animadversion synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Animadversion
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Animadversion in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
animadversion (countable and uncountable, plural animadversions)
Origin of Animadversion
From Middle French animadversion and its etymon Latin animadversiō (“observation, criticism”), from animadvertō (“to pay attention”), from animus (“mind”) + advertō (“to turn to”).[1]
How Do You Say Animadversion?
You say animadversion as //ˌænɪmædˈvɜːʒən//. It has 1 syllable.
Common Questions About Animadversion
What part of speech is animadversion?
Animadversion is a noun.
What is another word for animadversion?
Words with a similar meaning to animadversion include censure. See the full list of animadversion synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of animadversion?
The plural of animadversion is animadversions.