execration Meaning & Definition
/ɛksɪˈkɹeɪʃən/
What Does Execration Mean?
Execration is used as a noun meaning An act or instance of cursing; a curse dictated by violent feelings of hatred; an imprecation; an expression of utter detestation. It can also mean That which is execrated; a detested thing.
Execration at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɛksɪˈkɹeɪʃən/ |
| Synonyms | condemnation, abhorrence and curse |
| Plural | execrations |
Execration Definition (Noun)
- An act or instance of cursing; a curse dictated by violent feelings of hatred; an imprecation; an expression of utter detestation.
- That which is execrated; a detested thing.
Synonyms of Execration
Execration synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
execration (countable and uncountable, plural execrations)
Origin of Execration
From Latin execrātiō.
Frequently Asked Questions About Execration
What part of speech is execration?
Execration is a noun.
What is another word for execration?
You can replace execration with words such as condemnation, abhorrence and curse. See the full list of execration synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of execration?
The plural of execration is execrations.